Authentication Bypass Vulnerability in NETGEAR XR500 Devices
CVE-2018-21118

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
Xr500 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 April 2020

What is CVE-2018-21118?

The NETGEAR XR500 devices prior to version 2.3.2.32 are susceptible to a critical authentication bypass vulnerability, allowing unauthorized users to gain access to sensitive areas of the device. This issue may lead to potential exploitation, emphasizing the importance of updating to the latest firmware to prevent unauthorized access and ensure the integrity of your network.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000060240/Security-Advisory-for-Au...
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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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