CVE-2017-18837: High severity netgear m4300-28g poe+ vulnerability
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by vertical privilege escalation. This affects M4300-28G before 12.0.2.15, M4300-52G before 12.0.2.15, M4300-28G-POE+ before 12.0.2.15, M4300-52G-POE+ before 12.0.2.15, M4300-8X8F before 12.0.2.15, M4300-12X12F before 12.0.2.15, M4300-24X24F before 12.0.2.15, M4300-24X before 12.0.2.15, M4300-48X before 12.0.2.15, and M4200 before 12.0.2.15.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-18837?
CVE-2017-18837 is a vulnerability that affects certain NETGEAR devices, allowing for vertical privilege escalation.
Which NETGEAR devices are affected by CVE-2017-18837?
The NETGEAR devices affected by CVE-2017-18837 are M4300-28G, M4300-52G, M4300-28G-POE+, M4300-52G-POE+, M4300-8X8F, M4300-12X12F, M4300-24X24F, M4300-24x, M4300-48x, and M4200.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18837?
CVE-2017-18837 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered high.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18837?
To fix CVE-2017-18837, update the firmware of the affected NETGEAR devices to version 12.0.2.15 or newer.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-18837?
More information about CVE-2017-18837 can be found in the Netgear Security Advisory PSV-2017-1973.