CVE-2020-35229: High severity netgear gs116e vulnerability

Published Mar 10, 2021
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Updated

The authentication token required to execute NSDP write requests on NETGEAR JGS516PE/GS116Ev2 v2.6.0.43 devices is not properly invalidated and can be reused until a new token is generated, which allows attackers (with access to network traffic) to effectively gain administrative privileges.

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·06:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:10 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-35229?

CVE-2020-35229 is a vulnerability that allows attackers to gain administrative privileges on NETGEAR JGS516PE/GS116Ev2 v2.6.0.43 devices.

2

How severe is CVE-2020-35229?

CVE-2020-35229 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).

3

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-35229?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2020-35229 by reusing the authentication token required for NSDP write requests.

4

Which devices are affected by CVE-2020-35229?

NETGEAR JGS516PE/GS116Ev2 v2.6.0.43 devices are affected by CVE-2020-35229.

5

Is the NETGEAR GS116E device vulnerable to CVE-2020-35229?

No, the NETGEAR GS116E device is not vulnerable to CVE-2020-35229.

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