First published: Mon Jun 17 2019(Updated: )
An exploitable arbitrary memory read vulnerability exists in the KCodes NetUSB.ko kernel module which enables the ReadySHARE Printer functionality of at least two NETGEAR Nighthawk Routers and potentially several other vendors/products. A specially crafted index value can cause an invalid memory read, resulting in a denial of service or remote information disclosure. An unauthenticated attacker can send a crafted packet on the local network to trigger this vulnerability.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
NETGEAR R8000 firmware | =1.0.4.28_10.1.54 | |
NETGEAR R8000 firmware | ||
NETGEAR R7900P firmware | =1.0.3.810.037 | |
NETGEAR R7900P firmware | ||
Kcodes Netusb | =1.0.2.66 | |
Kcodes Netusb | =1.0.2.69 |
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CVE-2019-5016 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary memory reads.
To fix CVE-2019-5016, update the firmware of affected NETGEAR routers to the latest version available.
CVE-2019-5016 affects NETGEAR Nighthawk Routers, specifically R8000 and R7900P models with vulnerable firmware versions.
Yes, CVE-2019-5016 is a vulnerability in the KCodes NetUSB.ko kernel module.
CVE-2019-5016 may potentially affect other vendors' products that utilize the vulnerable KCodes NetUSB.ko module.