CVE-2018-21188: Buffer Overflow
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by a stack-based buffer overflow by an authenticated user. This affects D7800 before 1.0.1.30, R7500v2 before 1.0.3.24, 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 the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2018-21188.
Which NETGEAR devices are affected by this vulnerability?
This vulnerability affects D7800 before 1.0.1.30, R7500v2 before 1.0.3.24, 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, and WNDR4500v3 before 1.0.0.50 devices.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-21188?
CVE-2018-21188 has a severity rating of medium (6.8).
How can I fix this vulnerability on my NETGEAR device?
To fix this vulnerability, you should update your device firmware to the latest version provided by NETGEAR.
Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the following reference: https://kb.netgear.com/000055169/Security-Advisory-for-Post-Authentication-Stack-Overflow-on-Some-Routers-and-Gateways-PSV-2017-2607