CVE-2017-18819 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Devices running versions of ReadyNAS OS prior to 6.8.0, specifically NETGEAR ReadyNAS OS 6 devices, have been found to be impacted by an issue of having security settings configured incorrectly.

Understanding CVE-2017-18819

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in NETGEAR ReadyNAS OS 6 devices due to misconfigured security settings.

What is CVE-2017-18819?

CVE-2017-18819 highlights a security misconfiguration vulnerability in NETGEAR ReadyNAS OS 6 devices running versions before 6.8.0.

The Impact of CVE-2017-18819

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 4, indicating a medium severity issue with low confidentiality impact and no integrity impact.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-18819

This section provides more in-depth technical information about the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from incorrect security settings configuration on NETGEAR ReadyNAS OS 6 devices.

Affected Systems and Versions

Devices running NETGEAR ReadyNAS OS 6 versions prior to 6.8.0 are affected.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Local
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-18819 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update affected devices to ReadyNAS OS version 6.8.0 or newer.
Review and adjust security settings to ensure correct configuration.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and update security configurations on network devices.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential security vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by NETGEAR to address the security misconfiguration vulnerability.