What is the severity of CVE-2024-51012?

CVE-2024-51012 is classified as a Denial of Service vulnerability due to its ability to cause system crashes.

How do I fix CVE-2024-51012?

To fix CVE-2024-51012, update your Netgear R8500 device to the latest firmware version provided by Netgear.

What impacts does CVE-2024-51012 have on users?

CVE-2024-51012 can lead to a Denial of Service, causing the Netgear R8500 router to become unresponsive.

Can CVE-2024-51012 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-51012 can be exploited remotely through a crafted POST request.

Which versions of the Netgear R8500 are affected by CVE-2024-51012?

CVE-2024-51012 specifically affects Netgear R8500 routers running firmware version 1.0.2.160.

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CVE-2024-51012

medium

5.7

CWE

120

5/11/2024

2/5/2025

CVE-2024-51012

First published: Tue Nov 05 2024(Updated: )

Netgear R8500 v1.0.2.160 was discovered to contain a stack overflow via the ipv6_pri_dns parameter at ipv6_fix.cgi. This vulnerability allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted POST request.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
NETGEAR R8500
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NETGEAR R8500	=1.0.2.160
NETGEAR R8500

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-51012?
CVE-2024-51012 is classified as a Denial of Service vulnerability due to its ability to cause system crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2024-51012?
To fix CVE-2024-51012, update your Netgear R8500 device to the latest firmware version provided by Netgear.
What impacts does CVE-2024-51012 have on users?
CVE-2024-51012 can lead to a Denial of Service, causing the Netgear R8500 router to become unresponsive.
Can CVE-2024-51012 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-51012 can be exploited remotely through a crafted POST request.
Which versions of the Netgear R8500 are affected by CVE-2024-51012?
CVE-2024-51012 specifically affects Netgear R8500 routers running firmware version 1.0.2.160.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-51012?
CVE-2024-51012 is classified as a Denial of Service vulnerability due to its ability to cause system crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2024-51012?
To fix CVE-2024-51012, update your Netgear R8500 device to the latest firmware version provided by Netgear.
What impacts does CVE-2024-51012 have on users?
CVE-2024-51012 can lead to a Denial of Service, causing the Netgear R8500 router to become unresponsive.
Can CVE-2024-51012 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-51012 can be exploited remotely through a crafted POST request.
Which versions of the Netgear R8500 are affected by CVE-2024-51012?
CVE-2024-51012 specifically affects Netgear R8500 routers running firmware version 1.0.2.160.