CVE-2017-18766: Infoleak
First published: Wed Apr 22 2020(Updated: )
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by an attacker's ability to read arbitrary files. This affects DST6501 before 1.1.0.6 and WNR2000v2 before 1.2.0.8.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Netgear Dst6501 Firmware | <1.1.0.6 | |
| Netgear Dst6501 | ||
| Netgear Wnr2000 Firmware | <1.2.0.8 | |
| Netgear WNR2000 | =v2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-18766?
CVE-2017-18766 is a vulnerability that affects certain NETGEAR devices, allowing an attacker to read arbitrary files.
Which NETGEAR devices are affected by CVE-2017-18766?
The NETGEAR DST6501 before 1.1.0.6 and WNR2000v2 before 1.2.0.8 are affected by CVE-2017-18766.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18766?
The severity of CVE-2017-18766 is high with a CVSS score of 6.5.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2017-18766?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2017-18766 to gain unauthorized access and read arbitrary files on vulnerable NETGEAR devices.
How can I fix CVE-2017-18766?
To fix CVE-2017-18766, it is recommended to update the firmware of the affected NETGEAR devices to versions 1.1.0.6 (DST6501) and 1.2.0.8 (WNR2000v2) or later.
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