Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in NETGEAR Router R6400v2
CVE-2023-36187

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Netgear
Status
Cbr40 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 September 2023

Summary

The NETGEAR R6400v2 router is susceptible to a buffer overflow vulnerability that allows remote unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code. This flaw can be exploited by sending a specially crafted URL to the device's httpd service, posing significant risks to network integrity and data security. Users are urged to update their routers to version 1.0.4.118 or later to mitigate potential security threats.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000065571/Security-Advisory-for-Pr...

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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