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CVE-2005-0290

First published: Mon Jan 17 2005(Updated: )

NETGEAR FVS318 running firmware 2.4, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to bypass the filters using hex encoded URLs, as demonstrated using a hex encoded file extension.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
NETGEAR ProSafe FVS318N=2.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-0290?

    CVE-2005-0290 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-0290?

    To fix CVE-2005-0290, upgrade the NETGEAR FVS318 firmware to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What does CVE-2005-0290 allow an attacker to do?

    CVE-2005-0290 allows remote attackers to bypass security filters using hex encoded URLs.

  • Which versions of NETGEAR FVS318 are affected by CVE-2005-0290?

    CVE-2005-0290 affects the NETGEAR FVS318 running firmware version 2.4 and possibly other versions.

  • Is CVE-2005-0290 related to URL encoding?

    Yes, CVE-2005-0290 exploits the vulnerability through the use of hex encoded URLs to bypass filters.

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