CVE-2021-45623: Command Injection

Published Dec 26, 2021
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Updated

Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by command injection by an unauthenticated attacker. This affects R7800 before 1.0.2.74, R9000 before 1.0.5.2, and XR500 before 2.3.2.66.

Affected Software

12 affected components
Netgear R7800 firmware<1.0.2.74
Netgear R7800
Netgear R9000 Firmware<1.0.5.2
Netgear R9000
Netgear Xr500 Firmware<2.3.2.66
Netgear XR500
All of the following
Netgear R7800 firmware<1.0.2.74
Netgear R7800
All of the following
Netgear R9000 Firmware<1.0.5.2
Netgear R9000
All of the following
Netgear Xr500 Firmware<2.3.2.66
Netgear XR500

Event History

Dec 26, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:34 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:34 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-45623?

CVE-2021-45623 is a vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands on certain NETGEAR devices.

2

Which devices are affected by CVE-2021-45623?

CVE-2021-45623 affects NETGEAR R7800 before firmware version 1.0.2.74, NETGEAR R9000 before firmware version 1.0.5.2, and NETGEAR XR500 before firmware version 2.3.2.66.

3

How severe is CVE-2021-45623?

CVE-2021-45623 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-45623?

To fix CVE-2021-45623, it is recommended to update the firmware of the affected NETGEAR devices to the latest available version.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-45623?

More information about CVE-2021-45623 can be found in the Netgear Security Advisory: https://kb.netgear.com/000064449/Security-Advisory-for-Pre-Authentication-Command-Injection-on-Some-Routers-PSV-2019-0203

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