Unauthenticated Firmware Downgrade Vulnerability in NETGEAR Wireless Access Points
CVE-2018-21131

8.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
Wac505 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 April 2020

What is CVE-2018-21131?

Certain wireless access points from NETGEAR are susceptible to an unauthenticated firmware downgrade attack. This vulnerability allows attackers to exploit older, potentially vulnerable firmware versions on the devices, which could lead to unauthorized access and compromise of network security. Specifically, the WAC505 and WAC510 models prior to version 5.0.0.17 are affected. Users are advised to update their devices to the latest firmware to mitigate this risk.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000060244/Security-Advisory-for-Un...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2018-21131 : Unauthenticated Firmware Downgrade Vulnerability in NETGEAR Wireless Access Points