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CVE-2023-35086

7.2 · HIGH

It is identified a format string vulnerability in ASUS RT-AX56U V2 & RT-AC86U.

Published Jul 21, 2023CWE-134EPSS 38.50%

Overview

CVE-2023-35086 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 21, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

It is identified a format string vulnerability in ASUS RT-AX56U V2 & RT-AC86U. This vulnerability is caused by directly using input as a format string when calling syslog in logmessage_normal function, in the do_detwan_cgi module of httpd. A remote attacker with administrator privilege can exploit this vulnerability to perform remote arbitrary code execution, arbitrary system operation or disrupt service.

This issue affects RT-AX56U V2: 3.0.0.4.386_50460; RT-AC86U: 3.0.0.4_386_51529.

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.

References

Refwww.twcert.org.tw/tw/cp-132-7240-a5f96-1.htmlRefwww.twcert.org.tw/tw/cp-132-7240-a5f96-1.html

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-35086?

CVE-2023-35086 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 21, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2023-35086?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, 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-2023-35086?

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.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2023-35086?

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