CVE-2021-45540: Command Injection
First published: Sun Dec 26 2021(Updated: )
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by command injection by an authenticated user. This affects R7000 before 1.0.11.126, R7900 before 1.0.4.46, R7900P before 1.4.2.84, R7960P before 1.4.2.84, R8000 before 1.0.4.74, R8000P before 1.4.2.84, RAX200 before 1.0.3.106, MR60 before 1.0.6.110, RAX45 before 1.0.2.66, RAX80 before 1.0.3.106, MS60 before 1.0.6.110, RAX50 before 1.0.2.66, and RAX75 before 1.0.3.106.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Netgear R7900p Firmware | <1.4.2.84 | |
| Netgear R7900p | ||
| Netgear R7960p Firmware | <1.4.2.84 | |
| Netgear R7960p | ||
| Netgear R8000 Firmware | <1.0.4.74 | |
| NETGEAR R8000 | ||
| Netgear R8000p Firmware | <1.4.2.84 | |
| Netgear R8000p | ||
| Netgear Mr60 Firmware | <1.0.6.110 | |
| Netgear Mr60 | ||
| Netgear Rax45 Firmware | <1.0.2.66 | |
| Netgear Rax45 | ||
| Netgear Rax80 Firmware | <1.0.3.106 | |
| Netgear Rax80 | ||
| Netgear Rax50 Firmware | <1.0.2.66 | |
| Netgear Rax50 | ||
| Netgear Rax75 Firmware | <1.0.3.106 | |
| Netgear Rax75 | ||
| Netgear Ms60 Firmware | <1.0.6.110 | |
| Netgear Ms60 | ||
| Netgear R7000 Firmware | <1.0.11.126 | |
| NETGEAR R7000 | ||
| Netgear R7900 Firmware | <1.0.4.46 | |
| Netgear R7900 | ||
| Netgear Rax200 Firmware | <1.0.3.106 | |
| NETGEAR RAX200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which NETGEAR devices are affected by command injection?
R7000 before 1.0.11.126, R7900 before 1.0.4.46, R7900P before 1.4.2.84, R7960P before 1.4.2.84, R8000 before 1.0.4.74, R8000P before 1.4.2.84, RAX200 before 1.0.3.106, MR60 before 1.0.6.110, RAX45 before 1.0.2.66, RAX50 before 1.0.2.66, RAX75 before 1.0.3.106, and MS60 before 1.0.6.110.
What is the severity level of CVE-2021-45540?
The severity level of CVE-2021-45540 is high, with a score of 8.4.
How can an authenticated user exploit CVE-2021-45540?
An authenticated user can exploit CVE-2021-45540 by injecting commands into the affected NETGEAR devices.
How can I fix the command injection vulnerability in my NETGEAR device?
To fix the command injection vulnerability, you should update the firmware of your NETGEAR device to the latest secure version provided by NETGEAR.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-45540?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-45540 in the security advisory issued by NETGEAR: [link](https://kb.netgear.com/000064477/Security-Advisory-for-Post-Authentication-Command-Injection-on-Some-Routers-and-WiFi-Systems-PSV-2020-0196).
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