Hardcoded Credentials Vulnerability in Netgear RAX43 Routers
CVE-2021-20170

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
Netgear Rax43
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 December 2021

What is CVE-2021-20170?

The Netgear RAX43 router models, specifically version 1.0.3.96, suffer from a vulnerability due to the use of hardcoded credentials. This issue allows unauthorized users to manipulate configuration backups through a password-protected zip file that contains a hardcoded password (RAX50w!a4udk). Although the settings are encrypted, users can extract, alter, and re-zip the configuration, enabling them to change critical router settings not meant for user manipulation. This flaw underscores the importance of robust security practices in router firmware to prevent unauthorized access and protect network integrity.

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Affected Version(s)

Netgear RAX43 1.0.3.96

References

https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2021-55
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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