CVE-2021-45604: Buffer Overflow
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by a stack-based buffer overflow by an authenticated user. This affects CBR750 before 3.2.18.2, D6220 before 1.0.0.68, D6400 before 1.0.0.102, D8500 before 1.0.3.60, LAX20 before 1.1.6.28, MK62 before 1.0.6.116, MR60 before 1.0.6.116, MS60 before 1.0.6.116, R6300v2 before 1.0.4.50, R6400 before 1.0.1.68, R6400v2 before 1.0.4.118, R6700v3 before 1.0.4.118, R6900P before 1.3.3.140, R7000 before 1.0.11.116, R7000P before 1.3.3.140, R7850 before 1.0.5.68, R7900 before 1.0.4.38, R7900P before 1.4.2.84, R7960P before 1.4.2.84, R8000 before 1.0.4.68, R8000P before 1.4.2.84, RAX15 before 1.0.3.96, RAX20 before 1.0.3.96, RAX200 before 1.0.4.120, RAX35v2 before 1.0.3.96, RAX40v2 before 1.0.3.96, RAX43 before 1.0.3.96, RAX45 before 1.0.3.96, RAX50 before 1.0.3.96, RAX75 before 1.0.4.120, RAX80 before 1.0.4.120, RBK752 before 3.2.17.12, RBK852 before 3.2.17.12, RBR750 before 3.2.17.12, RBR850 before 3.2.17.12, RBS750 before 3.2.17.12, RBS850 before 3.2.17.12, RS400 before 1.5.1.80, and XR1000 before 1.0.0.58.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-45604?
CVE-2021-45604 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow authenticated users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2021-45604?
To fix CVE-2021-45604, update the affected NETGEAR devices to the latest firmware version as specified in the security advisory.
Which NETGEAR devices are affected by CVE-2021-45604?
CVE-2021-45604 affects several NETGEAR devices including CBR750, D6220, D6400, D8500, and others prior to their respective fixed firmware versions.
What is a stack-based buffer overflow in the context of CVE-2021-45604?
A stack-based buffer overflow occurs when more data is written to a buffer on the stack than it can hold, which can lead to memory corruption and possible code execution.
Can CVE-2021-45604 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2021-45604 requires an authenticated user to exploit the vulnerability, limiting its attack surface.