CVE-2018-21189: Buffer Overflow
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by a stack-based buffer overflow by an authenticated user. This affects D6100 before 1.0.0.57, R6100 before 1.0.1.20, 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 issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2018-21189.
Which NETGEAR devices are affected by this vulnerability?
This vulnerability affects D6100 before 1.0.0.57, R6100 before 1.0.1.20, 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.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-21189?
The severity of CVE-2018-21189 is medium, with a severity value of 6.8.
How can I fix this vulnerability?
To fix this vulnerability, you should update your NETGEAR device to the latest firmware version.
Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?
More information about this vulnerability can be found in the security advisory on the NETGEAR knowledge base: https://kb.netgear.com/000055168/Security-Advisory-for-Post-Authentication-Stack-Overflow-on-Some-Routers-and-Gateways-PSV-2017-2606