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CVE-2019-6963

8.8 · HIGH

A heap-based buffer overflow in cosa_dhcpv4_dml.c in the RDK RDKB-20181217-1 CcspPandM module may allow attackers with login credentials to achieve remote code execution by crafting a long buffer i…

Published Jun 20, 2019CWE-787EPSS 2.40%

Overview

CVE-2019-6963 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on June 20, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

A heap-based buffer overflow in cosa_dhcpv4_dml.c in the RDK RDKB-20181217-1 CcspPandM module may allow attackers with login credentials to achieve remote code execution by crafting a long buffer in the "Comment" field of an IP reservation form in the admin panel. This is related to the CcspCommonLibrary module.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-6963?

CVE-2019-6963 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on June 20, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2019-6963?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2019-6963?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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