CVE-2025-12941: Denial of Service Vulnerability in NETGEAR C6220 and C6230
Published Dec 9, 2025
·Updated
Denial of Service Vulnerability in NETGEAR C6220 and C6230 (DOCSIS® 3.0 Two-in-one Cable Modem + WiFi Router) allows authenticated local WiFi users reboot the router.
Affected Software
6 affected components
Netgear C6220
Netgear C6230
All of the following
Netgear C6230 Firmware
Netgear C6230
All of the following
Netgear C6220 Firmware
Netgear C6220
Remediation
Information
NETGEAR strongly advises against allowing untrusted users or devices on your WiFi network. The NETGEAR C6220 has reached End-of-Support (EOS) and C6230 will reach EOS soon. Due to limited security impact (device reboots only), no fixes are planned.
Event History
Dec 9, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:01 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:01 PM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-12941?
CVE-2025-12941 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability affecting NETGEAR C6220 and C6230.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-12941?
To remediate CVE-2025-12941, it is recommended to update the firmware of your NETGEAR C6220 or C6230 to the latest version provided by NETGEAR.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2025-12941?
CVE-2025-12941 affects authenticated local WiFi users on the NETGEAR C6220 and C6230 models.
4
Can CVE-2025-12941 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2025-12941 cannot be exploited remotely; it requires local network access by an authenticated user.
5
What devices are impacted by CVE-2025-12941?
The devices impacted by CVE-2025-12941 are the NETGEAR C6220 and C6230 cable modem routers.