CVE-2017-18699: Buffer Overflow
Published Apr 24, 2020
·Updated
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by a stack-based buffer overflow by an authenticated user. This affects R7800 before 1.0.2.40 and R9000 before 1.0.2.52.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Netgear R7800 firmware<1.0.2.40
Netgear R7800
Netgear R9000 Firmware<1.0.2.52
Netgear R9000
Event History
Apr 24, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:16 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18699?
The severity of CVE-2017-18699 is classified as high due to the exploits possible through a stack-based buffer overflow.
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How do I fix CVE-2017-18699?
To fix CVE-2017-18699, update NETGEAR R7800 devices to firmware version 1.0.2.40 or later and R9000 devices to version 1.0.2.52 or later.
3
What devices are affected by CVE-2017-18699?
CVE-2017-18699 affects NETGEAR R7800 devices before firmware version 1.0.2.40 and R9000 devices before version 1.0.2.52.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-18699?
CVE-2017-18699 is classified as a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
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Who can exploit CVE-2017-18699?
CVE-2017-18699 can be exploited by an authenticated user on the affected NETGEAR devices.