CVE-2024-50994: Medium severity netgear r8500 vulnerability
Netgear R8500 v1.0.2.160 was discovered to contain multiple stack overflow vulnerabilities in the component ipv6fix.cgi via the ipv6wanipaddr, ipv6lanipaddr, ipv6wanlength, and ipv6lanlength parameters. These vulnerabilities allow attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted POST request.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-50994?
CVE-2024-50994 has been classified as critical due to its potential to cause Denial of Service (DoS).
How do I fix CVE-2024-50994?
To fix CVE-2024-50994, update the firmware of your Netgear R8500 to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What versions of Netgear R8500 are affected by CVE-2024-50994?
CVE-2024-50994 affects the Netgear R8500 running firmware version 1.0.2.160.
What components are vulnerable in CVE-2024-50994?
CVE-2024-50994 involves multiple stack overflow vulnerabilities in the ipv6_fix.cgi component.
Can CVE-2024-50994 be exploited remotely?
Yes, an attacker can exploit CVE-2024-50994 remotely through crafted parameters to trigger a Denial of Service.