CVE-2021-45652 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2021-45652 affecting NETGEAR devices RBK352, RBR350, and RBS350 before 4.4.0.10. Discover impact, vulnerability details, and mitigation steps.
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by disclosure of sensitive information.
Understanding CVE-2021-45652
What is CVE-2021-45652?
Certain NETGEAR devices, including RBK352, RBR350, and RBS350 before 4.4.0.10, are impacted by disclosure of sensitive information.
The Impact of CVE-2021-45652
The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 9.6, with critical severity, high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, requiring no privileges to exploit.
Technical Details of CVE-2021-45652
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows disclosure of sensitive information on affected NETGEAR devices.
Affected Systems and Versions
- RBK352 before 4.4.0.10
- RBR350 before 4.4.0.10
- RBS350 before 4.4.0.10
Exploitation Mechanism
The attack complexity is low, with an adjacent network attack vector.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update the affected devices to version 4.4.0.10 or higher
- Monitor network traffic for signs of exploitation
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly patch and update all network-connected devices
- Implement network segmentation and access controls
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches provided by NETGEAR to address the vulnerability.