CVE-2020-26898: Critical severity netgear rax40 firmware vulnerability

Published Oct 9, 2020
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Updated

NETGEAR RAX40 devices before 1.0.3.80 are affected by incorrect configuration of security settings.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Netgear Rax40 Firmware<1.0.3.80
Netgear RAX40

Event History

Oct 9, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:34 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:34 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-26898?

CVE-2020-26898 is a vulnerability in NETGEAR RAX40 devices before 1.0.3.80 that is caused by incorrect configuration of security settings.

2

How does CVE-2020-26898 affect NETGEAR RAX40 devices?

CVE-2020-26898 affects NETGEAR RAX40 devices before 1.0.3.80 by exposing them to security misconfiguration.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-26898?

CVE-2020-26898 has a severity rating of 8.8 (critical).

4

How can I fix the security misconfiguration on my NETGEAR RAX40 device?

To fix the security misconfiguration on a NETGEAR RAX40 device, you should update the firmware to version 1.0.3.80 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-26898?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-26898 in the NETGEAR Security Advisory PSV-2019-0267 available at the following link: https://kb.netgear.com/000062356/Security-Advisory-for-Security-Misconfiguration-on-RAX40-PSV-2019-0267

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