What is the severity of CVE-2002-2020?

CVE-2002-2020 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote unauthorized access to the router.

How do I fix CVE-2002-2020?

To fix CVE-2002-2020, change the default administrator password immediately and restrict external access to the admin interface.

Who is affected by CVE-2002-2020?

CVE-2002-2020 affects users of the Netgear RP114 Cable/DSL Web Safe Router running firmware version 3.26.

What are the consequences of CVE-2002-2020?

The consequences of CVE-2002-2020 can include unauthorized access to the router's settings and potential control over the entire network.

Is CVE-2002-2020 still a concern today?

Yes, CVE-2002-2020 remains a concern for networks using vulnerable hardware that have not been properly secured.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2002-2020

high

7.5

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

31/12/2002

3/10/2022

8/8/2024

CVE-2002-2020

First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )

Netgear RP114 Cable/DSL Web Safe Router Firmware 3.26 uses a default administrator password and accepts admin logins on the external interface, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges if the password is not changed.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Netgear Routers	=3.26

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-2020?
CVE-2002-2020 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote unauthorized access to the router.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2020?
To fix CVE-2002-2020, change the default administrator password immediately and restrict external access to the admin interface.
Who is affected by CVE-2002-2020?
CVE-2002-2020 affects users of the Netgear RP114 Cable/DSL Web Safe Router running firmware version 3.26.
What are the consequences of CVE-2002-2020?
The consequences of CVE-2002-2020 can include unauthorized access to the router's settings and potential control over the entire network.
Is CVE-2002-2020 still a concern today?
Yes, CVE-2002-2020 remains a concern for networks using vulnerable hardware that have not been properly secured.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-2020?
CVE-2002-2020 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote unauthorized access to the router.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2020?
To fix CVE-2002-2020, change the default administrator password immediately and restrict external access to the admin interface.
Who is affected by CVE-2002-2020?
CVE-2002-2020 affects users of the Netgear RP114 Cable/DSL Web Safe Router running firmware version 3.26.
What are the consequences of CVE-2002-2020?
The consequences of CVE-2002-2020 can include unauthorized access to the router's settings and potential control over the entire network.
Is CVE-2002-2020 still a concern today?
Yes, CVE-2002-2020 remains a concern for networks using vulnerable hardware that have not been properly secured.