CVE-2018-21173: Buffer Overflow
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by a stack-based buffer overflow by an authenticated user. This affects R7500 before 1.0.0.122, R7800 before 1.0.2.40, R9000 before 1.0.2.52, WNDR3700v4 before 1.0.2.92, WNDR4300 before 1.0.2.94, WNDR4300v2 before 1.0.0.50, WNDR4500v3 before 1.0.0.50, and WNR2000v5 before 1.0.0.62.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-21173?
CVE-2018-21173 is a vulnerability that affects certain NETGEAR devices due to a stack-based buffer overflow by an authenticated user.
Which NETGEAR devices are affected by CVE-2018-21173?
CVE-2018-21173 affects the following NETGEAR devices: R7500 before 1.0.0.122, R7800 before 1.0.2.40, R9000 before 1.0.2.52, WNDR3700v4 before 1.0.2.92, WNDR4300 before 1.0.2.94, WNDR4300v2 before 1.0.0.50, WNDR4500v3 before 1.0.0.50, and WNR2000 before 1.0.0.62.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-21173?
The severity of CVE-2018-21173 is medium, with a severity value of 6.8.
How can I fix the CVE-2018-21173 vulnerability?
To fix the CVE-2018-21173 vulnerability, it is recommended to update the firmware of the affected NETGEAR devices to the latest version provided by the manufacturer.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-21173?
More information about CVE-2018-21173 can be found in the Netgear security advisory: https://kb.netgear.com/000055185/Security-Advisory-for-Post-Authentication-Stack-Overflow-on-Some-Routers-PSV-2017-2627.