CVE-2018-21161: Critical severity netgear d7800 vulnerability
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by incorrect configuration of security settings. This affects D7800 before 1.0.1.34, R7800 before 1.0.2.46, and R9000 before 1.0.3.16.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-21161?
CVE-2018-21161 is categorized as a security misconfiguration vulnerability affecting certain NETGEAR devices.
How do I fix CVE-2018-21161?
To fix CVE-2018-21161, update your NETGEAR D7800, R7800, or R9000 device firmware to the latest versions specified: D7800 to at least 1.0.1.34, R7800 to at least 1.0.2.46, and R9000 to at least 1.0.3.16.
Which NETGEAR devices are impacted by CVE-2018-21161?
The NETGEAR D7800, R7800, and R9000 devices are impacted if running firmware versions older than the specified updates.
What can happen if CVE-2018-21161 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2018-21161 could allow unauthorized access due to incorrect security settings, potentially compromising device security.
Is CVE-2018-21161 a common vulnerability?
CVE-2018-21161 is noted as a specific vulnerability related to NETGEAR devices but can reflect broader concerns regarding misconfiguration in network devices.