Stored XSS Vulnerability in NETGEAR Routers and Gateways
CVE-2021-38537

4.2MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
D6200 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 August 2021

What is CVE-2021-38537?

Certain NETGEAR routers and gateways are susceptible to stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities. If exploited, an attacker could inject malicious scripts into the web interface of the affected devices. This issue impacts a range of models, allowing unauthorized users to execute scripts in the context of an authenticated session. Users are advised to update their devices to the latest firmware versions to mitigate this risk. More details can be found in the security advisory provided by NETGEAR.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000063775/Security-Advisory-for-St...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.2
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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