CVE-2017-18772 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2017-18772, an authentication bypass vulnerability in various NETGEAR devices. Find out the impacted models and how to mitigate this high-severity issue.
A vulnerability in various NETGEAR devices allows for authentication bypass, impacting multiple models.
Understanding CVE-2017-18772
This CVE identifies an authentication bypass issue affecting several NETGEAR devices.
What is CVE-2017-18772?
The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to bypass authentication on specific NETGEAR devices.
The Impact of CVE-2017-18772
- CVSS Score: 8.8 (High)
- Attack Vector: Adjacent Network
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Integrity Impact: High
- Availability Impact: High
- Privileges Required: None
- Scope: Unchanged
- The affected devices include EX3700, EX3800, EX6120, EX6130, R6300v2, R6700, R6900, R7000, R7300DST, R7900, R8000, R8500, and WNR2000v2.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-18772
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows attackers to bypass authentication on the mentioned NETGEAR devices.
Affected Systems and Versions
- EX3700 devices before version 1.0.0.64
- EX3800 devices before version 1.0.0.64
- EX6120 devices before version 1.0.0.32
- EX6130 devices before version 1.0.0.16
- R6300v2 devices before version 1.0.4.12
- R6700 devices before version 1.0.1.26
- R6900 devices before version 1.0.1.22
- R7000 devices before version 1.0.9.6
- R7300DST devices before version 1.0.0.52
- R7900 devices before version 1.0.1.12
- R8000 devices before version 1.0.3.24
- R8500 devices before version 1.0.2.74
- WNR2000v2 devices before version 1.2.0.8
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by unauthorized users to gain access to affected NETGEAR devices.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2017-18772 with these security measures.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update affected devices to the latest firmware versions.
- Implement strong, unique passwords for device access.
- Monitor network activity for any suspicious behavior.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly check for security updates and patches from NETGEAR.
- Conduct security audits to identify and address vulnerabilities proactively.
Patching and Updates
- NETGEAR has released patches for the affected devices. Ensure timely installation of these updates.