CVE-2013-4659 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 14 Mar 2017 Updated 6 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code on routers via a buffer overflow in Broadcom ACSD on TCP port 5916.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2013-4659?

CVE-2013-4659 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 14 Mar 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official 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.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2013-4659?

It affects 2 products.

Products include Asus Rt-Ac66u Firmware, Trendnet Tew-812dru Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2013-4659?

No fix has been published for CVE-2013-4659 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2013-4659 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2013-4659 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-cq3f-j37x-h3q2.