Command Injection Vulnerability in NETGEAR Routers and WiFi Systems
CVE-2021-45543

8.4HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Netgear
Status
R8000 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 December 2021

Summary

Certain NETGEAR routers and WiFi systems are susceptible to a command injection vulnerability. This issue allows an authenticated user to execute arbitrary commands on the system. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability if they gain access to affected devices with the specified firmware versions. Users are advised to update to the latest firmware to mitigate risks and enhance their security.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000064517/Security-Advisory-for-Po...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.4
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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