CVE-2017-18778: Input Validation
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by incorrect configuration of security settings. This affects D6220 before 1.0.0.28, D6400 before 1.0.0.60, D7000 before 1.0.1.52, D7000v2 before 1.0.0.38, D7800 before 1.0.1.24, D8500 before 1.0.3.29, JNR1010v2 before 1.1.0.44, JR6150 before 1.0.1.14, JWNR2010v5 before 1.1.0.44, PR2000 before 1.0.0.20, R6050 before 1.0.1.14, R6220 before 1.1.0.60, R6400 before 1.1.0.26, R6400v2 before 1.0.2.46, R6700v2 before 1.2.0.2, R6800 before 1.2.0.2, R6900v2 before 1.2.0.2, R7100LG before 1.0.0.32, R7300DST before 1.0.0.56, R7500 before 1.0.0.112, R7500v2 before 1.0.3.24, R7800 before 1.0.2.36, R7900P before 1.1.4.6, R8000P before 1.1.4.6, R8300 before 1.0.2.104, R8500 before 1.0.2.104, R9000 before 1.0.2.52, WNDR3700v4 before 1.0.2.94, WNDR3700v5 before 1.1.0.50, WNDR4300v1 before 1.0.2.96, WNDR4300v2 before 1.0.0.52, WNDR4500v3 before 1.0.0.52, WNR1000v4 before 1.1.0.44, WNR2020 before 1.1.0.44, and WNR2050 before 1.1.0.44.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18778?
CVE-2017-18778 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to incorrect configuration of security settings in affected NETGEAR devices.
Which NETGEAR devices are affected by CVE-2017-18778?
CVE-2017-18778 affects multiple devices including D6220, D6400, D7000, D7800, and several others prior to specified firmware versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18778?
To resolve CVE-2017-18778, update the firmware of the affected NETGEAR devices to the latest version as specified in the advisory.
What are the potential risks of CVE-2017-18778?
The risks associated with CVE-2017-18778 include unauthorized access to the device and potential exposure of sensitive information due to misconfigured security settings.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-18778 before applying the fix?
While there is no officially documented workaround for CVE-2017-18778, it is advisable to review and manually adjust the security settings of the affected devices until a firmware update can be applied.