CVE-2018-21122: Input Validation

Published Apr 22, 2020
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Updated

Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by denial of service. This affects GS110EMX before 1.0.0.9, GS810EMX before 1.0.0.5, XS512EM before 1.0.0.6, and XS724EM before 1.0.0.6.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Netgear Gs110emx Firmware<1.0.0.9
Netgear GS110EMX
Netgear Gs810emx Firmware<1.0.0.5
Netgear GS810EMX
Netgear Xs512em Firmware<1.0.0.6
Netgear XS512EM
Netgear Xs724em Firmware<1.0.0.6
Netgear XS724EM

Event History

Apr 22, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:25 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2018-21122.

2

Which NETGEAR devices are affected by this vulnerability?

This vulnerability affects GS110EMX before 1.0.0.9, GS810EMX before 1.0.0.5, XS512EM before 1.0.0.6, and XS724EM before 1.0.0.6.

3

What is the severity level of CVE-2018-21122?

The severity level of CVE-2018-21122 is medium.

4

How can I fix the vulnerability on my affected NETGEAR device?

To fix this vulnerability, you should update your device firmware to version 1.0.0.9 for GS110EMX, 1.0.0.5 for GS810EMX, 1.0.0.6 for XS512EM, and 1.0.0.6 for XS724EM.

5

Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?

You can find more information about this vulnerability on the NETGEAR Security Advisory page: https://kb.netgear.com/000060236/Security-Advisory-for-Denial-of-Service-on-Some-Switches-PSV-2018-0222.

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