7.8
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-18709

First published: Fri Apr 24 2020(Updated: )

Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by incorrect configuration of security settings. This affects R8300 before 1.0.2.94 and R8500 before 1.0.2.94.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Netgear R8300 Firmware<1.0.2.94
NETGEAR R8300
Netgear R8500 Firmware<1.0.2.94
NETGEAR R8500

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2017-18709?

    CVE-2017-18709 is a vulnerability that affects certain NETGEAR devices due to incorrect configuration of security settings.

  • Which NETGEAR devices are affected by CVE-2017-18709?

    CVE-2017-18709 affects NETGEAR R8300 before firmware version 1.0.2.94 and NETGEAR R8500 before firmware version 1.0.2.94.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-18709?

    The severity of CVE-2017-18709 is High, with a severity score of 7.8.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-18709?

    To fix CVE-2017-18709, update the firmware of the affected NETGEAR devices to version 1.0.2.94 or above.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-18709?

    You can find more information about CVE-2017-18709 on the NETGEAR Security Advisory page at https://kb.netgear.com/000053156/Security-Advisory-for-Security-Misconfiguration-on-Some-Routers-PSV-2017-0326.

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