CVE-2023-33011
CVE-2023-33011 is a high-severity vulnerability in Zyxel Usg 2200-vpn Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-134.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (22nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-134
- Affected product: Zyxel Usg 2200-vpn Firmware
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- Last modified:
Description
A format string vulnerability in the Zyxel ATP series firmware versions 5.10 through 5.36 Patch 2, USG FLEX series firmware versions 5.00 through 5.36 Patch 2, USG FLEX 50(W) series firmware versions 5.10 through 5.36 Patch 2, USG20(W)-VPN series firmware versions 5.10 through 5.36 Patch 2, and VPN series firmware versions 5.00 through 5.36 Patch 2, could allow an unauthenticated, LAN-based attacker to execute some OS commands by using a crafted PPPoE configuration on an affected device when the cloud management mode is enabled.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-33011?
- A format string vulnerability in the Zyxel ATP series firmware versions 5.10 through 5.36 Patch 2, USG FLEX series firmware versions 5.00 through 5.36 Patch 2, USG FLEX 50(W) series firmware versions 5.10 through 5.36 Patch 2, USG20(W)-VPN series firmware versions 5.10 through 5.36 Patch 2, and VPN series firmware versions 5.00 through 5.36 Patch 2, could allow an unauthenticated, LAN-based attacker to execute some OS commands by using a crafted PPPoE configuration on an affected device when the cloud management mode is enabled.
- How severe is CVE-2023-33011?
- CVE-2023-33011 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over an adjacent network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-33011 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (22nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-33011?
- CVE-2023-33011 primarily affects Zyxel Usg 2200-vpn Firmware. In total, 22 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-33011?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2023-33011 published?
- CVE-2023-33011 was published on 2023-07-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (22)
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:usg_2200-vpn_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:usg_flex_100_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:usg_flex_100w_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:usg_flex_200_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:usg_flex_50_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:usg_flex_500_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:usg_flex_50w_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:usg_flex_700_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:zywall_vpn100_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:zywall_vpn2s_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:zywall_vpn300_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:zywall_vpn50_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:zywall_vpn_100_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:zywall_vpn_300_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:zywall_vpn_50_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:usg_20w-vpn_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:zywall_atp100_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:zywall_atp100w_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:zywall_atp200_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:zywall_atp500_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:zywall_atp700_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:zyxel:zywall_atp800_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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