CVE-2020-35822 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-35822 affecting NETGEAR routers. Discover the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps to secure your devices against this stored XSS vulnerability.
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by stored XSS, impacting various router models.
Understanding CVE-2020-35822
What is CVE-2020-35822?
Stored XSS vulnerability affecting NETGEAR devices, including D7800, R7500v2, R7800, R8900, R9000, RAX120, XR500, and XR700.
The Impact of CVE-2020-35822
The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 6.1 (Medium severity) with high confidentiality and integrity impact.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-35822
Vulnerability Description
Stored XSS vulnerability in NETGEAR devices allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users.
Affected Systems and Versions
- D7800 before 1.0.1.56
- R7500v2 before 1.0.3.46
- R7800 before 1.0.2.74
- R8900 before 1.0.4.28
- R9000 before 1.0.4.28
- RAX120 before 1.0.0.78
- XR500 before 2.3.2.56
- XR700 before 1.0.1.10
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Adjacent Network
- 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 needed.
- Regularly monitor for unusual activities on the network.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement strong password policies.
- Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing.
- Educate users about phishing and safe browsing practices.
Patching and Updates
- NETGEAR has released patches to address the vulnerability. Ensure all devices are updated to the patched versions.