CVE-2023-38096

NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System MyHandlerInterceptor Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

Description

NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System MyHandlerInterceptor Authentication Bypass Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the MyHandlerInterceptor class. The issue results from improper implementation of the authentication mechanism. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system. . Was ZDI-CAN-19718.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 74.52% Top 5%
Vendor Advisory netgear.com
Affected: NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-920/ third party advisory
https://kb.netgear.com/000065707/Security-Advisory-for-Multiple-Vulnerabilities-on-the-ProSAFE-Network-Management-System-PSV-2023-0024-PSV-2023-0025 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-38096?
CVE-2023-38096 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-38096?
To fix CVE-2023-38096, 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-2023-38096 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-38096 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~75% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-38096?
CVE-2023-38096 affects NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System.
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