CVE-2026-11814: Command injection vulnerability in certain NETGEAR Nighthawk and Orbi routers

Published Aug 11, 2026
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Updated

A command injection vulnerability in the listed NETGEAR models allows a network-adjacent attacker with the ability to intercept and modify local network traffic (attacker-in-the-middle) to compromise the confidentiality and integrity of the affected device. This issue is limited to certain region-specific SKUs.

Affected Software

1 affected component
NETGEAR Nighthawk and Orbi routers

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR Nighthawk/Orbi routers listed in advisory to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.1.84
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 Router (MR60) / Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 Add-on Satellite (MS60) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.1.8.142
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR R6700AX (4-Stream AX1800) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4-Stream AX1800 WiFi 6 Router V1.0.18.164
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX10 (4-Stream AX1800) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.5.50
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX120 (Nighthawk AX12 12-Stream) / RAX120v2 (Nighthawk AX12 12-Stream AX6000) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.2.10.56
  6. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX20 (4-Stream AX1800) / RAX28 (Nighthawk AX5 5-Stream AX2200) / RAX29 (Nighthawk AX2400) / RAX43 (Nighthawk AX5 5-Stream AX4200) / RAX50 (Nighthawk AX6 6-Stream AX5400) / RAX70 (Nighthawk Tri-band AX8 8-Stream AX6600) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.17.142
  7. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX28 (Nighthawk AX5 5-Stream AX2200) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.14.108
  8. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX29 (Nighthawk AX2400) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.14.108
  9. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX30 (Nighthawk AX5 5-Stream AX2400) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.14.108
  10. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX36S (Nighthawk AX4 4-Stream AX3000) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.5.50
  11. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RAX45 (Nighthawk AX6 6-Stream AX4300) / RAX50 (Nighthawk AX6 6-Stream AX5400) / RAX43 (Nighthawk AX5 5-Stream AX4200) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.17.142
  12. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RBR760 (Orbi Tri-Band Mesh WiFi 6) / RBS760 (Orbi Tri-Band Mesh WiFi 6 Add-on Satellite) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V6.3.8.11
  13. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RS100 (Nighthawk WiFi 7 Dual-Band) / RS70 (Nighthawk WiFi 7 Dual-Band) / RS90 (Nighthawk WiFi 7 Dual-Band) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.1.80
  14. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RS200 (Nighthawk BE6500 WiFi 7 Dual-Band) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.1.90
  15. Upgrade

    Upgrade NETGEAR RS280 (Nighthawk BE9200 WiFi 7 Tri-Band) / RS300 (Nighthawk BE9300 WiFi 7 Tri-Band) / RS500 (Nighthawk BE12000 WiFi 7 Tri-Band) / RS600 (Nighthawk BE18000 WiFi 7 Tri-Band) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in V1.0.1.90
  16. Compensating control

    For models marked (EoS) that have reached End-of-Support phase (no security updates planned), retire the affected devices and upgrade to a newer NETGEAR device for continued security support.

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-2026-11814?

The severity of CVE-2026-11814 is rated as 60 on the risk scale.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-11814?

To fix CVE-2026-11814, ensure that your NETGEAR Nighthawk and Orbi routers are updated to the latest firmware version provided by NETGEAR.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2026-11814?

CVE-2026-11814 affects certain models of NETGEAR Nighthawk and Orbi routers.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-11814?

CVE-2026-11814 is classified as a command injection vulnerability.

5

Can an attacker exploit CVE-2026-11814 remotely?

No, an attacker needs to be network-adjacent to exploit CVE-2026-11814 by intercepting and modifying local network traffic.

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