CVE-2026-71911: Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input ('Classic Buffer Overflow') in DrayTek Corporation VigorAP 918R
A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in multiple DrayTek VigorAP models, including the VigorAP 918R, specifically in the setLan function. This flaw arises from missing length checks during memory copy operations involving lanVlanId0, lanIp, and lanNetmask fields. Exploitation requires valid administrative credentials to the device's web management interface and can lead to denial of service or potentially arbitrary command execution.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-71911 is a classic buffer overflow vulnerability in DrayTek VigorAP 918R caused by lack of input size validation in the setLan function. The vulnerability affects memory copy operations for lanVlanId0, lanIp, and lanNetmask fields. A remote attacker with valid admin credentials can exploit this flaw by sending crafted input to the web management interface, resulting in denial of service or possible arbitrary command execution. No patch or official remediation information is currently available.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker with administrative privileges to cause denial of service or potentially execute arbitrary commands on the affected device. This could disrupt network operations or compromise device integrity. However, exploitation requires valid administrative credentials, limiting the attacker's initial access.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict administrative access to trusted personnel only and monitor for unauthorized access attempts. No official fix or temporary workaround has been published by the vendor at this time.
CVE-2026-71911: Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input ('Classic Buffer Overflow') in DrayTek Corporation VigorAP 918R
Description
A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in multiple DrayTek VigorAP models, including the VigorAP 918R, specifically in the setLan function. This flaw arises from missing length checks during memory copy operations involving lanVlanId0, lanIp, and lanNetmask fields. Exploitation requires valid administrative credentials to the device's web management interface and can lead to denial of service or potentially arbitrary command execution.
CVSS v4.0
Score 8.6high
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-71911 is a classic buffer overflow vulnerability in DrayTek VigorAP 918R caused by lack of input size validation in the setLan function. The vulnerability affects memory copy operations for lanVlanId0, lanIp, and lanNetmask fields. A remote attacker with valid admin credentials can exploit this flaw by sending crafted input to the web management interface, resulting in denial of service or possible arbitrary command execution. No patch or official remediation information is currently available.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker with administrative privileges to cause denial of service or potentially execute arbitrary commands on the affected device. This could disrupt network operations or compromise device integrity. However, exploitation requires valid administrative credentials, limiting the attacker's initial access.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict administrative access to trusted personnel only and monitor for unauthorized access attempts. No official fix or temporary workaround has been published by the vendor at this time.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulnCheck
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-08T16:37:44.517Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a8c7de7acd9273b49e1b32e
Added to database: 08/24/2026, 17:22:47 UTC
Last enriched: 08/24/2026, 17:53:14 UTC
Last updated: 08/24/2026, 18:12:07 UTC
Views: 2
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