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.

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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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