CVE-2019-17137

Description

This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of NETGEAR AC1200 R6220 Firmware version 1.1.0.86 Smart WiFi Router. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the processing of path strings. By inserting a null byte into the path, the user can skip most authentication checks. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system. Was ZDI-CAN-8616.

Category

9.4
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.43%
Third-Party Advisory zerodayinitiative.com
Affected: NETGEAR AC1200
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-19-866/ vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-17137?
CVE-2019-17137 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-17137?
To fix CVE-2019-17137, 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-2019-17137 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2019-17137 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.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2019-17137?
CVE-2019-17137 affects NETGEAR AC1200.
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