Command Injection Vulnerability in NETGEAR Routers and Modem Router
CVE-2017-18841

6.7MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
R6220 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 April 2020

What is CVE-2017-18841?

Certain NETGEAR routers and modem routers are vulnerable to command injection, which may allow attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the device. This vulnerability affects several models, including R6220, R6700v2, R6800, WNDR3700v5, and D7000, particularly if they run on outdated firmware versions. Users are advised to update to the latest firmware to mitigate potential security risks and improve device protection.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000049018/Security-Advisory-for-Co...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.7
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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