CVE-2006-1003

Description

The backup configuration option in NETGEAR WGT624 Wireless Firewall Router stores sensitive information in cleartext, which allows remote attackers to obtain passwords and gain privileges.

5.0

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.39%

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24927	vdb entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/426185	mailing list
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16837	vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2006-1003?: CVE-2006-1003 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2006-1003?: To fix CVE-2006-1003, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2006-1003 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2006-1003 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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