NETGEAR Orbi 760 SOAP API Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

CVE-2023-41183

Summary

The vulnerability within the NETGEAR Orbi 760 routers arises from inadequate authentication measures in the SOAP API implementation. This flaw enables network-adjacent attackers to bypass the standard authentication requirements, allowing unauthorized access to potentially sensitive functionality of the device. Such exploitation poses significant risks to network security, as attackers can leverage this vulnerability to manipulate router settings or intercept network traffic. Proper attention to firmware updates is essential to mitigate the risks stemming from this vulnerability.

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