CVE-2022-27947: OS Command Injection

Published Mar 26, 2022
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Updated

NETGEAR R8500 1.0.2.158 devices allow remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands (such as telnetd) via shell metacharacters in the ipv6fix.cgi ipv6wanipaddr, ipv6lanipaddr, ipv6wanlength, or ipv6lanlength parameter.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Netgear R8500 Firmware=1.0.2.158
Netgear R8500

Event History

Mar 26, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:13 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:13 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-27947?

CVE-2022-27947 is a vulnerability in NETGEAR R8500 1.0.2.158 devices that allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands.

2

How can remote authenticated users exploit CVE-2022-27947?

Remote authenticated users can exploit CVE-2022-27947 by using shell metacharacters in the ipv6_fix.cgi parameters.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-27947?

CVE-2022-27947 has a severity rating of 8.8 (critical).

4

Is NETGEAR R8500 1.0.2.158 firmware affected by CVE-2022-27947?

Yes, NETGEAR R8500 1.0.2.158 firmware is affected by CVE-2022-27947.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2022-27947?

Yes, updating the firmware of NETGEAR R8500 devices to a non-vulnerable version will fix CVE-2022-27947.

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