Format String Vulnerability in NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi6 Router
CVE-2023-27853

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Netgear
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 March 2023

Summary

The NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi6 Router prior to version V1.0.10.94 is susceptible to a format string vulnerability present in its SOAP service. This flaw can be exploited by attackers, potentially enabling them to execute arbitrary code on the device, which compromises its security and functionality. Users are encouraged to update their devices promptly to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi6 Router prior to V1.0.10.94

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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