CVE-2022-44197 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 22 Nov 2022 Updated 29 Apr 2025

A buffer overflow in the openvpn_server_ip parameter allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on Netgear R7000P routers.

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-2022-44197?

CVE-2022-44197 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Netgear R7000p Firmware, published on 22 Nov 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Netgear R7000P V1.3.0.8 is vulnerable to Buffer Overflow via parameter openvpn_server_ip.

Weakness: CWE-787

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-44197?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Netgear R7000p Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2022-44197?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-44197 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-2022-44197 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2022-44197 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Netgear R7000p Firmware vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-m6p3-qgmc-f6gj.