CVE-2026-11734: Device administrator can interrupt the normal operation of some NETGEAR Nighthawk devices.

Published Aug 11, 2026
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Updated

A buffer overflow vulnerability in the listed NETGEAR models allows an authenticated admin user to cause the affected device to become temporarily unavailable.

Affected Software

1 affected component
NETGEAR Nighthawk devices

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR MR70 (Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 Router) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.4.48
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR MR90 (Nighthawk Tri-band Mesh WiFi 6E Router) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.2.46
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR MS70 (Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 Add-on Satellite) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.4.48
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR MS90 (Nighthawk Tri-band Mesh WiFi 6E Add-on Satellite) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.2.46
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX41 (Nighthawk AX5 5-Stream AX3600 WiFi Router) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.1.6.36
  6. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX41v2 (Nighthawk AX5 5-Stream AX3600 WiFi Router) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.1.6.36
  7. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX42 (EoS) (Nighthawk AX5 5-Stream AX4200 WiFi Router) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.1.6.36
  8. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX42v2 (Nighthawk AX5 5-Stream AX4200 WiFi Router) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.1.6.36
  9. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX43 (Nighthawk AX5 5-Stream AX4200 WiFi Router) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.1.6.36
  10. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX43v2 (Nighthawk AX5 5-Stream AX4200 WiFi Router) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.1.6.36
  11. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX49S (Nighthawk AX6 6-Stream AX5300 WiFi Router) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.1.6.36
  12. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX50 (Nighthawk AX6 6-Stream AX5400 WiFi 6 Router) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.1.6.36
  13. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX50v2 (Nighthawk AX6 6-Stream AX5400 WiFi 6 Router) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.1.6.36
  14. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX54S (Nighthawk AX6 6-Stream AX5400 WiFi Router) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.1.6.36
  15. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX54Sv2 (Nighthawk AX6 6-Stream AX5400 WiFi Router) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.1.6.36
  16. Compensating control

    For models marked (EoS) (MR70, RAX41, RAX42), retire these devices and upgrade to a newer NETGEAR device for continued security support (no security updates are planned).

Event History

Aug 11, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:06 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:06 PM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-11734?

CVE-2026-11734 has a risk rating of 21, indicating a critical vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-11734?

To mitigate CVE-2026-11734, ensure that your NETGEAR Nighthawk device firmware is updated to the latest version provided by NETGEAR.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2026-11734?

CVE-2026-11734 affects specific NETGEAR Nighthawk models, including MR70, MR90, and MS90.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2026-11734?

The impact of CVE-2026-11734 is that an authenticated administrator can induce a buffer overflow, causing the device to become temporarily unavailable.

5

When was CVE-2026-11734 published?

CVE-2026-11734 was published on August 11, 2026.

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