Stack-Based Buffer Overflow in NETGEAR Routers
CVE-2017-18717

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
D6200 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 April 2020

What is CVE-2017-18717?

Certain NETGEAR router models are vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow, allowing unauthenticated attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code. This vulnerability primarily affects the firmware versions of D6200, R6700v2, R6800, and R6900v2. Users of these devices should take proactive steps to ensure their routers are updated to the latest firmware to mitigate this risk.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000052280/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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