CVE-2018-11106 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2018-11106, a pre-authentication command injection vulnerability in NETGEAR wireless controllers affecting models WC7500, WC7520, WC7600v1, WC7600v2, and WC9500. Find mitigation steps and security practices.
NETGEAR has addressed a security vulnerability known as pre-authentication command injection in the request_handler.php file affecting multiple wireless controller models.
Understanding CVE-2018-11106
This CVE involves a pre-authentication command injection vulnerability in NETGEAR wireless controllers.
What is CVE-2018-11106?
The CVE-2018-11106 vulnerability is a pre-authentication command injection issue found in the request_handler.php file of NETGEAR wireless controllers.
The Impact of CVE-2018-11106
This vulnerability could allow attackers to execute arbitrary commands on affected devices, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-11106
NETGEAR wireless controllers are susceptible to pre-authentication command injection.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability exists in the request_handler.php file of the affected NETGEAR wireless controller models.
Affected Systems and Versions
- WC7500 with firmware versions prior to 6.5.3.5
- WC7520 with firmware versions prior to 2.5.0.46
- WC7600v1 with firmware versions prior to 6.5.3.5
- WC7600v2 with firmware versions prior to 6.5.3.5
- WC9500 with firmware versions prior to 6.5.3.5
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious commands into the request_handler.php file, potentially gaining unauthorized access.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2018-11106 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply the security patches provided by NETGEAR for the affected firmware versions.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity that may indicate exploitation.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update firmware and software to the latest versions to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
- Implement network segmentation and access controls to limit the impact of potential attacks.
Patching and Updates
- NETGEAR has released fixes for the affected firmware versions to address the pre-authentication command injection vulnerability.