CVE-2023-41349

ASUS RT-AX88U - externally-controlled format string

Description

ASUS router RT-AX88U has a vulnerability of using externally controllable format strings within its Advanced Open VPN function. An authenticated remote attacker can exploit the exported OpenVPN configuration to execute an externally-controlled format string attack, resulting in sensitivity information leakage, or forcing the device to reset and permanent denial of service.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update the version to 3.0.0.4_388_23748 or later.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.31%
Third-Party Advisory org.tw
Affected: ASUS RT-AX88U
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-41349?
CVE-2023-41349 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-41349?
To fix CVE-2023-41349: Update the version to 3.0.0.4_388_23748 or later.
Is CVE-2023-41349 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-41349 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-2023-41349?
CVE-2023-41349 affects ASUS RT-AX88U.
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