CVE-2017-18838: High severity netgear m4300-28g poe+ vulnerability
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by 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 the vulnerability ID of this security issue?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2017-18838.
Which NETGEAR devices are affected by this privilege escalation vulnerability?
The affected NETGEAR devices are M4300-28G, M4300-52G, M4300-28G-POE+, M4300-52G-POE+, M4300-8X8F, M4300-12X12F, M4300-24X24F, and M4300-24X with firmware versions before 12.0.2.15.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18838?
The severity of CVE-2017-18838 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can I fix the privilege escalation vulnerability on my NETGEAR device?
To fix the vulnerability, update the firmware of your NETGEAR device to version 12.0.2.15 or later.
Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?
You can find more information about this vulnerability at the following link: [Netgear Security Advisory](https://kb.netgear.com/000049024/Security-Advisory-for-Vertical-Privilege-Escalation-on-Some-Fully-Managed-Switches-PSV-2017-1975).