CVE-2021-44158

ASUS RT-AX56U Router - Stack-based buffer overflow

Description

ASUS RT-AX56U Wi-Fi Router is vulnerable to stack-based buffer overflow due to improper validation for httpd parameter length. An authenticated local area network attacker can launch arbitrary code execution to control the system or disrupt service.

Remediation

Solution:

  • ASUS RT-AX56U firmware update version to 3.0.0.4.386.45898

Categories

8.0
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.12%
Third-Party Advisory org.tw
Affected: ASUS RT-AX56U
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-44158?
CVE-2021-44158 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-44158?
To fix CVE-2021-44158: ASUS RT-AX56U firmware update version to 3.0.0.4.386.45898
Is CVE-2021-44158 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-44158 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-44158?
CVE-2021-44158 affects ASUS RT-AX56U.
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