Arbitrary Command Execution Vulnerability in NETGEAR R6020
CVE-2021-41383

7.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
R6020 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 September 2021

What is CVE-2021-41383?

The setup.cgi script on NETGEAR R6020 devices version 1.0.0.48 is vulnerable to arbitrary command execution. An authenticated administrator can exploit this vulnerability by injecting shell metacharacters into the ntp_server input field, allowing them to execute unrestricted shell commands on the underlying system. This can lead to potential unauthorized access or control over the device, posing significant security risks.

References

https://j-o-e-l-s.github.io/2021/09/15/Hacking-The-Netgea...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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