CVE-2021-45527: Buffer Overflow
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by a buffer overflow by an authenticated user. This affects D6220 before 1.0.0.68, D6400 before 1.0.0.102, D7000v2 before 1.0.0.66, D8500 before 1.0.3.58, DC112A before 1.0.0.54, EX7000 before 1.0.1.94, EX7500 before 1.0.0.72, R6250 before 1.0.4.48, R6300v2 before 1.0.4.52, R6400 before 1.0.1.70, R6400v2 before 1.0.4.102, R6700v3 before 1.0.4.102, R7000 before 1.0.11.116, R7100LG before 1.0.0.64, R7850 before 1.0.5.68, R7900 before 1.0.4.30, R7960P before 1.4.1.68, R8000 before 1.0.4.52, RAX200 before 1.0.2.88, RBS40V before 2.6.2.4, RS400 before 1.5.1.80, XR300 before 1.0.3.56, R7000P before 1.3.2.124, R8000P before 1.4.1.68, R8500 before 1.0.2.144, RAX80 before 1.0.3.102, R6900P before 1.3.2.124, R7900P before 1.4.1.68, R8300 before 1.0.2.144, RAX75 before 1.0.3.102, RBR750 before 3.2.17.12, RBR850 before 3.2.17.12, RBS750 before 3.2.17.12, RBS850 before 3.2.17.12, RBK752 before 3.2.17.12, and RBK852 before 3.2.17.12.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-45527?
CVE-2021-45527 has a high severity rating due to the potential for a buffer overflow that could allow authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2021-45527?
To mitigate CVE-2021-45527, update your NETGEAR devices to the latest firmware version as specified in the security advisory.
Which NETGEAR devices are affected by CVE-2021-45527?
CVE-2021-45527 affects multiple NETGEAR devices including models D6220, D6400, D7000v2, D8500, DC112A, EX7000, and EX7500 among others.
Is CVE-2021-45527 remotely exploitable?
CVE-2021-45527 requires an authenticated user, meaning that attackers need access credentials to exploit the vulnerability.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2021-45527?
Successful exploitation of CVE-2021-45527 could lead to arbitrary code execution which compromises the affected device's integrity and functionality.