Stack-Based Buffer Overflow in NETGEAR Wireless Access Points
CVE-2018-21133

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
Wac505 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 April 2020

What is CVE-2018-21133?

Certain NETGEAR wireless access points, specifically the WAC505 and WAC510 models, are susceptible to a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker can exploit this flaw, potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data or control over the affected devices. Users are advised to upgrade their devices to the latest firmware version to mitigate this security risk.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000060227/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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