Stack-based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in NETGEAR Routers and Gateways
CVE-2018-21171

6.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
R7800 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 April 2020

What is CVE-2018-21171?

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in certain NETGEAR devices, which can be exploited by an authenticated user to execute arbitrary code. This affects several models including D6100, R7800, R9000, WNDR3700v4, and WNDR4300, prior to their respective firmware updates that address this issue. Users are encouraged to update their devices to the latest firmware versions to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000055187/Security-Advisory-for-Po...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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