CVE-2017-18800 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2017-18800 affecting NETGEAR devices like R6700v2 and R6800. Discover the impact, affected versions, and mitigation steps for this reflected XSS vulnerability.
A vulnerability affecting certain NETGEAR devices leading to reflected XSS.
Understanding CVE-2017-18800
What is CVE-2017-18800?
Reflected XSS vulnerability impacting specific NETGEAR devices, including R6700v2 and R6800 devices.
The Impact of CVE-2017-18800
The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 6.1 (Medium severity) with low impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-18800
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability affects NETGEAR devices such as R6700v2 and R6800 before version 1.1.0.42, allowing for reflected XSS attacks.
Affected Systems and Versions
- NETGEAR R6700v2 devices before version 1.1.0.42
- NETGEAR R6800 devices before version 1.1.0.42
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Local
- Privileges Required: None
- User Interaction: Required
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update affected devices to version 1.1.0.42 or later
- Implement network security best practices
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor for security advisories from NETGEAR
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches and firmware updates promptly to address known vulnerabilities