Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in NETGEAR R8500 Router
CVE-2019-20739

4.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Netgear
Status
R8500 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 April 2020

Summary

NETGEAR R8500 routers running firmware versions prior to v1.0.2.128 are susceptible to a buffer overflow vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code. This flaw can lead to unauthorized access and potentially compromise network security. Users are advised to update their devices to the latest firmware version to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000061179/Security-Advisory-for-Pr...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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