CVE-2013-4659

Public Exploit

Description

Buffer overflow in Broadcom ACSD allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string to TCP port 5916. This component is used on routers of multiple vendors including ASUS RT-AC66U and TRENDnet TEW-812DRU.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 11.53% Top 10%
Third-Party Advisory packetstormsecurity.com
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/122562/ASUS-RT-AC66U-ACSD-Remote-Root-Buffer-Overflow.html exploit vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.linux-magazine.com/Issues/2014/161/Security-and-SOHO-Routers press/media coverage

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-4659?
CVE-2013-4659 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2013-4659?
To fix CVE-2013-4659, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2013-4659 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2013-4659 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~12% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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