CVE-2020-35786: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 29, 2020
·Updated
NETGEAR R7800 devices before 1.0.2.74 are affected by a buffer overflow by an authenticated user.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Netgear R7800 firmware<1.0.2.74
Netgear R7800
Event History
Dec 29, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:40 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-35786?
CVE-2020-35786 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution through a buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2020-35786?
To fix CVE-2020-35786, users should update their NETGEAR R7800 devices to firmware version 1.0.2.74 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2020-35786?
NETGEAR R7800 devices running firmware versions prior to 1.0.2.74 are affected by CVE-2020-35786.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-35786?
CVE-2020-35786 is a post-authentication buffer overflow vulnerability.
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Can CVE-2020-35786 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2020-35786 requires authentication, meaning an attacker must have access to the device to exploit the vulnerability.