Stack-based Buffer Overflow in NETGEAR Devices

CVE-2018-21175

Summary

Certain NETGEAR devices are susceptible to a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited by an authenticated user. This flaw allows an attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code or cause undue disruption to the network. The issue specifically affects several models, including D6100, R6100, R7800, and others, which require updates to their firmware to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

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