Vulnerability Description
NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System UpLoadServlet Unrestricted File Upload Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the UpLoadServlet class. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can allow the upload of arbitrary files. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-19720.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netgear | Prosafe Network Management System | < 1.7.0.20 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://kb.netgear.com/000065707/Security-Advisory-for-Multiple-Vulnerabilities-Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-918/Third Party Advisory
- https://kb.netgear.com/000065707/Security-Advisory-for-Multiple-Vulnerabilities-Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-918/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-38098?
CVE-2023-38098 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System UpLoadServlet Unrestricted File Upload Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected i...
How severe is CVE-2023-38098?
CVE-2023-38098 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-38098?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netgear Prosafe Network Management System.