CVE-2023-36947

TOTOLINK X5000R V9.1.0u.6118_B20201102 and TOTOLINK A7000R V9.1.0u.6115_B20201022 was discovered to contain a stack overflow via the File parameter in the…

High · published October 16, 2023

CVSS v3.1
8.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
63.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A stack overflow just waiting to be triggered! TOTOLINK X5000R and A7000R devices are at risk through a crafty file upload feature that could put your network at serious risk. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where an untrained chef can overstuff a dish, causing a chaotic overflow of ingredients and a potential health hazard. This vulnerability allows attackers to push too much data into the system, leading to unpredictable results! Should an attacker exploit this vulnerability, they could potentially execute malicious code on your device, leading to unauthorized access and control over your network! The implications can be absolutely devastating, from data breaches to system failures — a nightmare for any home or business security.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where an untrained chef can overstuff a dish, causing a chaotic overflow of ingredients and a potential health hazard. This vulnerability allows attackers to push too much data into the system, leading to unpredictable results! This stack overflow vulnerability arises from the 'File' parameter in the UploadCustomModule function, allowing attackers to manipulate how data is processed, which can lead to arbitrary code execution.

What to do

Should an attacker exploit this vulnerability, they could potentially execute malicious code on your device, leading to unauthorized access and control over your network! The implications can be absolutely devastating, from data breaches to system failures — a nightmare for any home or business security. Immediately patch your devices to the latest versions: X5000R to V9.1.0u.6119_B20201102 and A7000R to V9.1.0u.6116_B20201022. Regularly review and restrict file uploads to trusted sources to further mitigate risks. You've got this! By taking these steps, you can bolster your security and keep your network safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
8.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01032 · 63.4th percentile
Published
2023-10-16T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 OCT 00:00Z
    TOTOLINK X5000R V9.1.0u.6118_B20201102 and TOTOLINK A7000R V9.1.0u.6115_B20201022 was discovered to contain a stack overflow via the File parameter in the…
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