Stack-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in NETGEAR Routers and Gateways
CVE-2018-21184

6.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
D6100 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 April 2020

What is CVE-2018-21184?

Certain NETGEAR routers and gateways are susceptible to a stack-based buffer overflow that can be exploited by an authenticated user. This vulnerability affects specific models including D6100, D7800, R7500v2, R7800, and R9000, prior to their respective version updates. The malicious exploitation of this flaw could lead to unauthorized actions being performed within the system.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000055174/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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CVE-2018-21184 : Stack-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in NETGEAR Routers and Gateways