CWE
120
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-52016

First published: Tue Nov 05 2024(Updated: )

Netgear R8500 v1.0.2.160, XR300 v1.0.3.78, R7000P v1.3.3.154, and R6400 v2 1.0.4.128 were discovered to multiple stack overflow vulnerabilities in the component wlg_adv.cgi via the apmode_dns1_pri and apmode_dns1_sec parameters. These vulnerabilities allow attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted POST request.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
NETGEAR R8500
Netgear XR300
Netgear R7000P
NETGEAR R6400 firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-52016?

    CVE-2024-52016 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a Denial of Service (DoS).

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-52016?

    To mitigate CVE-2024-52016, update the firmware of your affected Netgear devices to the latest version provided by Netgear.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2024-52016?

    CVE-2024-52016 impacts Netgear R8500, XR300, R7000P, and R6400 models.

  • What are the risks associated with CVE-2024-52016?

    If exploited, CVE-2024-52016 can lead to a Denial of Service (DoS), rendering the affected network devices unresponsive.

  • How can I verify if my device is vulnerable to CVE-2024-52016?

    Check the firmware version of your Netgear device against the versions mentioned in CVE-2024-52016 to determine if it is vulnerable.

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