CVE-2017-18832 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2017-18832 affecting NETGEAR devices like M4300-28G, M4300-52G. Find out the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps for this stored XSS vulnerability.
Several NETGEAR devices, including M4300-28G, M4300-52G, M4300-28G-POE+, M4300-52G-POE+, M4300-8X8F, M4300-12X12F, M4300-24X24F, M4300-24X, M4300-48X, and M4200, are impacted by a stored XSS vulnerability if running versions prior to 12.0.2.15.
Understanding CVE-2017-18832
This CVE identifies a stored XSS vulnerability affecting specific NETGEAR devices.
What is CVE-2017-18832?
Stored XSS vulnerability impacting various NETGEAR devices running versions earlier than 12.0.2.15.
The Impact of CVE-2017-18832
The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 5.2 (Medium severity) with low impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-18832
The technical aspects of the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's session on the affected devices.
Affected Systems and Versions
- NETGEAR M4300-28G, M4300-52G, M4300-28G-POE+, M4300-52G-POE+, M4300-8X8F, M4300-12X12F, M4300-24X24F, M4300-24X, M4300-48X, and M4200
- Versions prior to 12.0.2.15
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Local
- Privileges Required: High
- User Interaction: Required
- Scope: Changed
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update affected devices to version 12.0.2.15 or later.
- Monitor for any suspicious activities on the network.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update firmware and security patches.
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches and updates provided by NETGEAR to address the vulnerability.