CVE-2020-35221: Weak Encryption

Published Mar 10, 2021
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Updated

The hashing algorithm implemented for NSDP password authentication on NETGEAR JGS516PE/GS116Ev2 v2.6.0.43 devices was found to be insecure, allowing attackers (with access to a network capture) to quickly generate multiple collisions to generate valid passwords, or infer some parts of the original.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Netgear Gs116e Firmware=2.6.0.43
Netgear GS116E=v2
Netgear Jgs516pe Firmware=2.6.0.43
Netgear JGS516PE

Event History

Mar 10, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:48 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:48 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-35221?

CVE-2020-35221 is a vulnerability in the hashing algorithm implemented for NSDP password authentication on NETGEAR JGS516PE/GS116Ev2 v2.6.0.43 devices.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-35221?

CVE-2020-35221 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).

3

How does CVE-2020-35221 affect NETGEAR devices?

CVE-2020-35221 affects NETGEAR JGS516PE/GS116Ev2v2.6.0.43 devices by allowing attackers to generate valid passwords or infer parts of the original password.

4

Is NETGEAR Gs116e vulnerable to CVE-2020-35221?

NETGEAR Gs116e devices with firmware version 2.6.0.43 are vulnerable to CVE-2020-35221.

5

How can I fix CVE-2020-35221?

To fix CVE-2020-35221, it is recommended to update the firmware of affected NETGEAR devices to a secure version.

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