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CVE-2026-5043: Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Belkin F9K1122

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VulnerabilityCVE-2026-5043cvecve-2026-5043
Published: Sun Mar 29 2026 (03/29/2026, 11:15:10 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: Belkin
Product: F9K1122

Description

CVE-2026-5043 is a high-severity stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the Belkin F9K1122 router firmware version 1. 00. 33. The flaw exists in the formSetPassword function of the /goform/formSetPassword component, where improper handling of a webpage argument can lead to memory corruption. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely without user interaction and requires low attack complexity and privileges. Although an exploit is publicly available, there is no known active exploitation in the wild. The vendor has not responded or provided a patch for this issue.

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AILast updated: 04/06/2026, 10:51:29 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability involves a stack-based buffer overflow in the formSetPassword function of the Belkin F9K1122 router firmware version 1.00.33. The issue arises from improper manipulation of the argument webpage in the Parameter Handler component, allowing remote attackers to overflow the stack. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.7, indicating high severity with network attack vector, low complexity, no user interaction required, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vendor has not issued a patch or advisory, and the exploit code is publicly available, increasing the risk of exploitation.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected device, potentially leading to full compromise of the router. This can impact confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the device and the network it serves. Given the high CVSS score and remote exploitability, the vulnerability poses a significant risk to affected systems.

Mitigation Recommendations

No official patch or remediation is currently available from the vendor. Since the vendor has not responded or provided a fix, users should consider mitigating exposure by restricting network access to the affected device's management interface, disabling remote management if enabled, or replacing the device with a secure alternative. Monitor vendor channels for any future updates or patches. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
VulDB
Date Reserved
2026-03-27T16:35:46.876Z
Cvss Version
4.0
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 69c90d85919ccadcdf10f5d7

Added to database: 3/29/2026, 11:31:17 AM

Last enriched: 4/6/2026, 10:51:29 AM

Last updated: 5/12/2026, 2:12:57 PM

Views: 77

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