Stack-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in NETGEAR Routers
CVE-2018-21176

6.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
D6100 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 April 2020

What is CVE-2018-21176?

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in specific NETGEAR devices, allowing authenticated users to manipulate memory. This could lead to potential remote code execution or denial of service, putting network integrity and security at risk. Devices affected include certain models of the D6100, R6100, R7500, R7800, R9000, WNDR3700v4, WNDR4300, WNDR4300v2, WNDR4500v3, and WNR2000v5, which require immediate updates to resolve the issue.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000055182/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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