CVE-2021-45677 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2021-45677 affecting certain NETGEAR devices with stored XSS vulnerability in GS108Tv2 and GS110TPv2. Find mitigation steps and update recommendations.
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by stored XSS, impacting GS108Tv2 and GS110TPv2.
Understanding CVE-2021-45677
What is CVE-2021-45677?
Certain NETGEAR devices are vulnerable to stored XSS, specifically GS108Tv2 before 5.4.2.36 and GS110TPv2 before 5.4.2.36.
The Impact of CVE-2021-45677
The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 5.2, indicating a medium severity issue with low confidentiality and integrity impacts. User interaction is required for exploitation.
Technical Details of CVE-2021-45677
Vulnerability Description
Stored XSS vulnerability on certain NETGEAR devices, affecting GS108Tv2 and GS110TPv2.
Affected Systems and Versions
- GS108Tv2 before 5.4.2.36
- GS110TPv2 before 5.4.2.36
Exploitation Mechanism
The attack complexity is low, requiring adjacent network access and user interaction.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable remote management if not required
- Regularly monitor NETGEAR's security advisory for updates
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement network segmentation and proper access controls
- Educate users on safe browsing habits
Patching and Updates
Apply the latest firmware updates provided by NETGEAR to address the vulnerability.