CVE-2026-78169: Stack-based Buffer Overflow in UTT HiPER 1250GW
Description
CVE-2026-78169 is a critical stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in UTT HiPER 1250GW version 3.2.7-210907-180535. It occurs in the strcpy function within the /goform/aspRemoteApConfTempSend HTTP Request Handler component. The vulnerability can be triggered remotely by manipulating the Profile argument. Public exploit code is available, increasing the risk of exploitation.
CVSS v4.0
Score 9.4critical
Affected software
UTT
HiPER 1250GW
cpe:2.3:a:utt:hiper_1250gw:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability affects UTT HiPER 1250GW up to version 3.2.7-210907-180535. It involves a stack-based buffer overflow caused by improper handling of the Profile argument in the strcpy function of the HTTP Request Handler component (/goform/aspRemoteApConfTempSend). The flaw allows remote attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 9.4, indicating critical severity. Exploit code is publicly available, but no official patch or remediation level has been disclosed by the vendor.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to remote code execution or denial of service due to stack-based buffer overflow. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable without user interaction and requires low attack complexity. The presence of public exploit code increases the likelihood of attacks.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation has been confirmed by the vendor. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, consider restricting access to the affected HTTP endpoint and monitoring for exploit attempts.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-23T14:19:26.563Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a8ba779acd9273b49bfd089
Added to database: 08/24/2026, 02:07:53 UTC
Last enriched: 09/10/2026, 12:37:34 UTC
Last updated: 10/07/2026, 06:48:18 UTC
Views: 166
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