CVE-2020-10927: High severity Netgear R6700 firmware vulnerability

Published Jul 28, 2020

Updated

This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of NETGEAR R6700 V1.0.4.8410.0.58 routers. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the encryption of firmware update images. The issue results from the use of an inappropriate encryption algorithm. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-9649.

Affected Software

2 affected components

Netgear R6700 firmware=1.0.4.84_10.0.58

Netgear R6700

Event History

Jul 28, 2020

CVE Published

via MITRE·05:10 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·05:10 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-10927?

CVE-2020-10927 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2020-10927?

To fix CVE-2020-10927, users should update their NETGEAR R6700 routers to the latest firmware version as provided by the manufacturer.

Who is affected by CVE-2020-10927?

CVE-2020-10927 affects installations of NETGEAR R6700 firmware version 1.0.4.84_10.0.58.

Can CVE-2020-10927 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2020-10927 can be exploited by network-adjacent attackers without requiring authentication.

What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2020-10927?

CVE-2020-10927 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable NETGEAR R6700 routers.