CVE-2026-42799
Out-of-bounds Read in ASR Kestrel nr_fw Module
Publication date: 2026-04-30
Last updated on: 2026-05-05
Assigner: ASR Microelectronics Co., Ltd.
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| asrmicro | asr1803_firmware | to 1.216.002 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-125 | The product reads data past the end, or before the beginning, of the intended buffer. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is an out-of-bounds read issue in the ASR Kestrel software, specifically in the nr_fw modules. It involves the program files located at Code/Nr/nr_fw/RA/src/NrPwrCtrl.C. The flaw allows buffer overflow conditions, which means the software reads data outside the intended memory boundaries.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.4, indicating a high severity. It can lead to compromised confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. An attacker with low privileges can exploit this remotely without user interaction, potentially causing data leaks, unauthorized data modification, or denial of service.