CVE-2024-51018: Medium severity netgear routers vulnerability
Netgear R7000P v1.3.3.154 was discovered to contain a stack overflow via the pptpusernetmask parameter at pptp.cgi. This vulnerability allows 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-2024-51018?
CVE-2024-51018 has a high severity level due to its potential to cause a Denial of Service (DoS).
How do I fix CVE-2024-51018?
Fix CVE-2024-51018 by updating your Netgear R7000P router to the latest firmware version provided by Netgear.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2024-51018?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2024-51018 to execute a stack overflow, leading to a Denial of Service (DoS) condition on the affected device.
Is CVE-2024-51018 easily exploitable?
Yes, CVE-2024-51018 can be easily exploited through a crafted POST request targeting the pptp_user_netmask parameter.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2024-51018?
CVE-2024-51018 specifically affects the Netgear R7000P router running firmware version v1.3.3.154.