Authentication Bypass in NETGEAR WiFi Systems
CVE-2021-38513

9.6CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
Rbk852 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 August 2021

What is CVE-2021-38513?

Certain NETGEAR devices are susceptible to an authentication bypass vulnerability, allowing unauthorized access to the device functionalities. This affects multiple models, including RBK852, RBR850, and RBS850, prior to specified firmware versions. Users are urged to update their devices to the latest firmware to mitigate this risk and enhance their network security. For additional information, please refer to the NETGEAR security advisory.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000063777/Security-Advisory-for-Au...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.6
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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