CVE-2019-20678 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-20678, a Stored XSS vulnerability impacting NETGEAR devices. Find out affected models and versions, the severity of the issue, and mitigation steps to secure your devices.
A Stored XSS vulnerability has been identified in several NETGEAR devices, impacting specific models and versions.
Understanding CVE-2019-20678
What is CVE-2019-20678?
Stored XSS vulnerability affecting NETGEAR devices, including models RBR20, RBS20, RBK20, RBR40, RBS40, RBK40, RBR50, RBS50, and RBK50.
The Impact of CVE-2019-20678
The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 6 (Medium severity) with high confidentiality and integrity impacts.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-20678
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's browser on affected NETGEAR devices.
Affected Systems and Versions
- RBR20, RBS20, RBK20 (prior to 2.3.5.26)
- RBR40, RBS40, RBK40, RBR50, RBS50, RBK50 (prior to 2.3.5.30)
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Local
- Privileges Required: High
- User Interaction: None
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update affected devices to the latest firmware versions.
- Disable remote management if not required.
- Regularly monitor for unusual activities on the network.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.
- Educate users on safe browsing practices and the risks of clicking on unknown links.
Patching and Updates
Apply security patches provided by NETGEAR to address the vulnerability.