TLS Certificate Private Key Disclosure in NETGEAR Routers
CVE-2020-11792

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
R8900 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 April 2020

What is CVE-2020-11792?

NETGEAR Routers, including models R8900, R9000, RAX120, and XR700, are susceptible to a vulnerability that allows for the unauthorized disclosure of the private key used in Transport Layer Security (TLS) certificates. This issue could potentially allow attackers to spoof communications or impersonate services protected by the compromised certificates, leading to significant security risks for users. It's crucial for NETGEAR device owners to check for firmware updates addressing this vulnerability to ensure their network security.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000061582/Security-Advisory-for-Si...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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