Authentication Bypass in NETGEAR Switches

CVE-2017-18862

Summary

Various NETGEAR ProSAFE Web Managed Switches are susceptible to an authentication bypass issue. This vulnerability allows an unauthorized individual to gain access to the device management interface without proper authentication. It affects multiple switch models, all of which require updates made before May 11, 2017, to mitigate the risk. Users are urged to review their device firmware and implement the recommended security measures outlined in NETGEAR's security advisory.

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