CVE-2020-35828 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-35828 affecting NETGEAR devices with stored XSS vulnerability. Find out impacted systems, exploitation details, and mitigation steps.
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by stored XSS vulnerability.
Understanding CVE-2020-35828
What is CVE-2020-35828?
Stored XSS vulnerability impacting various NETGEAR devices.
The Impact of CVE-2020-35828
Stored XSS vulnerability affects confidentiality and integrity with a CVSS base score of 6.1.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-35828
Vulnerability Description
- Stored XSS vulnerability in NETGEAR devices
Affected Systems and Versions
- D7800 before 1.0.1.56
- RBK20, RBR20, RBS20 before 2.3.5.26
- RBK40, RBR40, RBS40 before 2.3.5.30
- RBK50, RBR50, RBS50 before 2.3.5.30
- R7800 before 1.0.2.74
- R8900, R9000 before 1.0.4.28
- XR500 before 2.3.2.56
- XR700 before 1.0.1.10
- RAX120 before 1.0.0.78
- R7500v2 before 1.0.3.46
Exploitation Mechanism
- Low attack complexity
- Requires high privileges
- No user interaction required
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update affected devices to the latest firmware
- Monitor for any suspicious activities
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