What is the severity of CVE-2017-18770?

CVE-2017-18770 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access leading to a buffer overflow.

How do I fix CVE-2017-18770?

To fix CVE-2017-18770, update your NETGEAR R7800 to firmware version 1.0.2.36 or later, or update your NETGEAR PLW1000 and PLW1010 to firmware version 1.0.0.14 or later.

Which NETGEAR devices are affected by CVE-2017-18770?

The affected devices include NETGEAR R7800, PLW1000v2, and PLW1010v2 running on outdated firmware.

Can CVE-2017-18770 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2017-18770 requires authentication to exploit, but it poses risks of further compromise if exploited by an authenticated user.

What are the implications of CVE-2017-18770 for users?

Users of affected NETGEAR devices should promptly apply firmware updates to avoid the risks associated with potential unauthorized control.

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CVE-2017-18770

medium

6.8

CWE

120 119

22/4/2020

5/8/2024

CVE-2017-18770: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Apr 22 2020(Updated: )

Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by a buffer overflow by an authenticated user. This affects R7800 before 1.0.2.36, PLW1000v2 before 1.0.0.14, and PLW1010v2 before 1.0.0.14.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
NETGEAR R7800 firmware	<1.0.2.36
NETGEAR R7800
NETGEAR PLW1000 firmware	<1.0.0.14
NETGEAR PLW1000 firmware	=v2
NETGEAR PLW1010	<1.0.0.14
NETGEAR PLW1010 firmware	=v2

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Reference Links

https://kb.netgear.com/000051473/Security-Advisory-for-Post-Authentication-Buffer-Overflow-on-Powerlines-and-a-Router-PSV-2016-0121

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-18770?
CVE-2017-18770 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access leading to a buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18770?
To fix CVE-2017-18770, update your NETGEAR R7800 to firmware version 1.0.2.36 or later, or update your NETGEAR PLW1000 and PLW1010 to firmware version 1.0.0.14 or later.
Which NETGEAR devices are affected by CVE-2017-18770?
The affected devices include NETGEAR R7800, PLW1000v2, and PLW1010v2 running on outdated firmware.
Can CVE-2017-18770 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-18770 requires authentication to exploit, but it poses risks of further compromise if exploited by an authenticated user.
What are the implications of CVE-2017-18770 for users?
Users of affected NETGEAR devices should promptly apply firmware updates to avoid the risks associated with potential unauthorized control.

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