CVE-2024-51009: Command Injection
Published Nov 5, 2024
·Updated
Netgear R8500 v1.0.2.160 was discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability in the wangateway parameter at ether.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-2024-51009?
CVE-2024-51009 is classified as a high severity vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-51009?
To fix CVE-2024-51009, update your Netgear R8500 router firmware to the latest version provided by Netgear.
3
What types of attacks can be executed through CVE-2024-51009?
CVE-2024-51009 allows attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands via crafted requests.
4
Is CVE-2024-51009 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2024-51009 is a remote command injection vulnerability that can be exploited over the network.
5
Which firmware version is affected by CVE-2024-51009?
CVE-2024-51009 affects Netgear R8500 firmware version v1.0.2.160.