CVE-2020-35792 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-35792 affecting certain NETGEAR devices, allowing authenticated users to execute commands. Find mitigation steps and system protection measures.
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by command injection by an authenticated user. This affects R7500v2 before 1.0.3.48, R8900 before 1.0.5.2, R9000 before 1.0.5.2, and R7800 before 1.0.2.68.
Understanding CVE-2020-35792
This CVE involves command injection vulnerability in certain NETGEAR devices.
What is CVE-2020-35792?
CVE-2020-35792 is a security vulnerability that allows an authenticated user to execute arbitrary commands on affected NETGEAR devices.
The Impact of CVE-2020-35792
The vulnerability has a high severity level with significant impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and privileges required for exploitation.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-35792
This section provides detailed technical information about the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows an authenticated user to inject and execute commands on affected NETGEAR devices.
Affected Systems and Versions
- R7500v2 before 1.0.3.48
- R8900 before 1.0.5.2
- R9000 before 1.0.5.2
- R7800 before 1.0.2.68
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Adjacent Network
- Availability Impact: Low
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Integrity Impact: High
- Privileges Required: High
- Scope: Changed
- User Interaction: None
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2020-35792 with the following steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update affected devices to the latest firmware versions.
- Implement strong authentication mechanisms.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all network devices.
- Conduct security audits and penetration testing.
- Educate users on safe computing practices.
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates to mitigate the risk of exploitation.