CVE-2021-45655 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2021-45655 impacting NETGEAR R6400 devices before 1.0.1.70, a server-side injection vulnerability with medium severity and high availability impact. Find mitigation steps and best security practices.
NETGEAR R6400 devices before version 1.0.1.70 are susceptible to server-side injection.
Understanding CVE-2021-45655
This CVE pertains to a server-side injection vulnerability affecting NETGEAR R6400 devices.
What is CVE-2021-45655?
The vulnerability involves NETGEAR R6400 devices prior to version 1.0.1.70 being vulnerable to server-side injection attacks.
The Impact of CVE-2021-45655
The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 6.9, indicating a medium severity issue with high availability impact but low integrity impact.
Technical Details of CVE-2021-45655
Details of the technical aspects of the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
NETGEAR R6400 devices before 1.0.1.70 are affected by server-side injection, allowing attackers to execute code on the server.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Product: NETGEAR R6400
- Vulnerable Version: versions before 1.0.1.70
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited through adjacent network access with high privileges required, leading to a change in scope and high availability impact.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protective measures to address CVE-2021-45655.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade devices to version 1.0.1.70 or above to mitigate the vulnerability.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update firmware to the latest versions to patch vulnerabilities.
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential breaches.
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates provided by NETGEAR to address known vulnerabilities.