CVE-2017-18715 : What You Need to Know

A reflected XSS vulnerability has been identified in various NETGEAR devices, impacting models such as EX3700, EX3800, EX6100, EX6120, EX6150, EX6200, and EX7000.

Understanding CVE-2017-18715

This CVE involves a reflected XSS vulnerability affecting specific NETGEAR device models.

What is CVE-2017-18715?

CVE-2017-18715 is a reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in multiple NETGEAR devices.

The Impact of CVE-2017-18715

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 5.2, with medium severity. It requires user interaction and can lead to low confidentiality and integrity impacts.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-18715

This section delves into the technical aspects of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's browser on the affected NETGEAR devices.

Affected Systems and Versions

The following NETGEAR models are impacted:

EX3700 before version 1.0.0.66
EX3800 before version 1.0.0.66
EX6100 before version 1.0.2.20
EX6120 before version 1.0.0.34
EX6150 before version 1.0.0.36
EX6200 before version 1.0.3.84
EX7000 before version 1.0.0.60

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by tricking a user into clicking on a specially crafted link that executes malicious scripts in the user's browser.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting against and addressing the CVE.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the affected devices to the latest firmware versions provided by NETGEAR.
Avoid clicking on suspicious links or visiting untrusted websites to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update firmware and software to patch known vulnerabilities.
Educate users about safe browsing practices and the risks of clicking on unknown links.

Patching and Updates

NETGEAR has released patches for the affected devices to address the XSS vulnerability.