Description
Netcore NR255-V version 1.5.130703 contains a stack-based buffer overflow in ntools_tcpdump_start_set.cgi caused by an unsized sprintf call when processing form values. An attacker can submit crafted input to this cgi endpoint to overflow the stack buffer and potentially execute arbitrary code.
Published: 2026-09-15
Score: 8.7 High
EPSS: < 1% Very Low
KEV: No
Impact: Remote Code Execution
Action: Immediate Patch
AI Analysis

Impact

Netcore NR255‑V version 1.5.130703 contains a stack‑based buffer overflow in the ntools_tcpdump_start_set.cgi handler. An unsized sprintf call processes form data without limit, allowing an attacker to submit crafted input that overflows the stack buffer and can lead to arbitrary code execution on the device. The vulnerability directly compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the router by permitting remote code execution.

Affected Systems

The affected system is the Netcore NR255‑V router running firmware 1.5.130703. No other versions or products were listed in the CNA affected‑version data; therefore only this exact build is confirmed vulnerable.

Risk and Exploitability

The CVSS score of 8.7 classifies the flaw as High severity, and an EPSS score of less than 1% indicates a very low current exploitation probability. The vulnerability is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog. The attack vector is inferred to be remote; an unauthenticated attacker can send an HTTP request to the ntools_tcpdump_start_set.cgi endpoint with crafted form data, triggering the overflow without needing prior access credentials. The combination of a high severity rating and the ease of remote exploitation makes it a notable risk for exposed or unprotected Netcore routers.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on September 18, 2026 at 13:28 UTC.

Remediation

No solution or workaround provided in the CVE record.

OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Apply the vendor‑supplied firmware update that addresses the buffer overflow.
  • If an update is not yet available, restrict access to the ntools_tcpdump_start_set.cgi path using firewall rules or network segmentation so that only trusted management hosts can reach it.
  • Continuously monitor web and system logs for anomalous requests to the CGI endpoint and investigate any suspicious activity.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on September 18, 2026 at 13:28 UTC.

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History

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Metrics ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'no', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'total'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}


Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
First Time appeared Netcore
Netcore nr255-v
Vendors & Products Netcore
Netcore nr255-v

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description Netcore NR255-V version 1.5.130703 contains a stack-based buffer overflow in ntools_tcpdump_start_set.cgi caused by an unsized sprintf call when processing form values. An attacker can submit crafted input to this cgi endpoint to overflow the stack buffer and potentially execute arbitrary code.
Title Netcore NR255-V 1.5.130703 Stack-Based Buffer Overflow in ntools_tcpdump_start_set.cgi
Weaknesses CWE-121
References
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 8.8, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H'}

cvssV4_0

{'score': 8.7, 'vector': 'CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N'}


cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: VulnCheck

Published:

Updated: 2026-09-21T18:13:26.296Z

Reserved: 2026-08-19T21:47:08.935Z

Link: CVE-2026-76861

cve-icon Vulnrichment

Updated: 2026-09-21T18:13:22.431Z

cve-icon NVD

Status : Deferred

Published: 2026-09-15T22:17:00.480

Modified: 2026-09-21T19:17:10.563

Link: CVE-2026-76861

cve-icon Redhat

No data.

cve-icon OpenCVE Enrichment

Updated: 2026-09-18T13:30:09Z

Weaknesses
  • CWE-121

    Stack-based Buffer Overflow