CVE-2017-18718: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Apr 24 2020(Updated: )
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by a stack-based buffer overflow by an unauthenticated attacker. This affects D6200 before 1.1.00.24, R6700v2 before 1.1.0.42, R6800 before 1.1.0.42, and R6900v2 before 1.1.0.42.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Netgear D6200 Firmware | <1.1.00.24 | |
| Netgear D6200 | ||
| Netgear R6700 Firmware | <1.1.0.42 | |
| NETGEAR R6700 | =v2 | |
| Netgear R6800 Firmware | <1.1.0.42 | |
| Netgear R6800 | ||
| Netgear R6900 Firmware | <1.1.0.42 | |
| Netgear R6900 | =v2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-18718?
CVE-2017-18718 is a vulnerability that affects certain NETGEAR devices and allows an unauthenticated attacker to perform a stack-based buffer overflow.
Which NETGEAR devices are affected by CVE-2017-18718?
CVE-2017-18718 affects D6200 before 1.1.00.24, R6700v2 before 1.1.0.42, R6800 before 1.1.0.42, and R6900v2 before 1.1.0.42.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18718?
CVE-2017-18718 has a severity score of 8.8 (high).
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2017-18718?
An unauthenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2017-18718 by sending a specially crafted request to the affected NETGEAR device, causing a stack-based buffer overflow.
How can I fix CVE-2017-18718?
To fix CVE-2017-18718, make sure to update the firmware of the affected NETGEAR devices to version 1.1.00.24 for D6200, 1.1.0.42 for R6700v2, R6800, and R6900v2.
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