CVE-2024-51005: Command Injection
Published Nov 5, 2024
·Updated
Netgear R8500 v1.0.2.160 was discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability in the sharename parameter at usbremotesmbconf.cgi. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via a crafted request.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Netgear R8500
All of the following
Netgear R8500 Firmware=1.0.2.160
Netgear R8500
Event History
Nov 5, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-51005?
CVE-2024-51005 is classified as a high severity command injection vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-51005?
To fix CVE-2024-51005, update the firmware of the Netgear R8500 to the latest version provided by the vendor.
3
Can CVE-2024-51005 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-51005 can be exploited remotely due to its nature of accepting crafted requests.
4
What is affected by CVE-2024-51005?
CVE-2024-51005 affects the Netgear R8500 router running version v1.0.2.160.
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What type of malware could exploit CVE-2024-51005?
Malware that can execute arbitrary OS commands could exploit CVE-2024-51005.