CVE-2019-20662 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-20662, a Medium severity Stored XSS vulnerability affecting NETGEAR devices RBR50, RBS50, and RBK50. Find mitigation steps and update information here.
Stored XSS vulnerability affecting specific NETGEAR devices.
Understanding CVE-2019-20662
What is CVE-2019-20662?
Stored XSS vulnerability impacting NETGEAR devices, including RBR50, RBS50, and RBK50.
The Impact of CVE-2019-20662
Stored XSS vulnerability with a CVSS base score of 6 (Medium severity) affecting confidentiality and integrity.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-20662
Vulnerability Description
- Stored XSS vulnerability affecting NETGEAR devices RBR50, RBS50, and RBK50.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Models affected: RBR50 (versions before 2.3.5.30), RBS50 (versions before 2.3.5.30), and RBK50 (versions before 2.3.5.30).
Exploitation Mechanism
- Low attack complexity, local attack vector, high privileges required, no user interaction needed.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update affected devices to versions 2.3.5.30 or later.
- Monitor for any suspicious activities on the network.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update firmware and security patches.
- Implement network segmentation and access controls.
Patching and Updates
- Refer to the vendor's security advisory for patch details.