Authentication Bypass Vulnerability in Multiple NETGEAR Devices
CVE-2021-45509

9.6CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgear
Status
Cbr40 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 December 2021

What is CVE-2021-45509?

Certain NETGEAR devices are susceptible to an authentication bypass issue, allowing unauthorized access to device settings. This vulnerability impacts several models including CBR40 and the RBK/RBR series, prior to their specified versions. Attackers exploiting this could potentially gain control over network settings, leading to unauthorized use or network disruption. Users are advised to upgrade their firmware to the latest versions to mitigate this vulnerability.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000064148/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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