Stack-Based Buffer Overflow in NETGEAR Routers
CVE-2017-18716

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
D6200 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 April 2020

What is CVE-2017-18716?

Certain NETGEAR routers are susceptible to a stack-based buffer overflow that may allow unauthenticated attackers to exploit the issue and execute arbitrary code. This vulnerability impacts specific versions of NETGEAR routers, including D6200, R6700v2, R6800, and R6900v2. Users of these devices should ensure they are running the latest firmware to mitigate this security risk.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000052281/Security-Advisory-for-Pr...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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