CVE-2018-21136:This CVE (CVE-2018-21136) pertains to certain NETGEAR devices that are affected by the disclosure of sensitive information. The affected devices are D3600 and D6000 with versions before 1.0.0.76.

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The vulnerability CVE-2018-21136 is related to specific NETGEAR devices, specifically the D3600 and D6000 models. These devices are susceptible to the disclosure of sensitive information if they are running versions before 1.0.0.76. The attack complexity is low, and the attack vector is physical, meaning an attacker would need physical access to the device to exploit this vulnerability. The confidentiality impact is high, but there is no impact on availability or integrity. The base score for this vulnerability is 4.6, and the base severity is medium.

Overview

CVE-2018-21136 is a vulnerability that affects certain NETGEAR devices, specifically the D3600 and D6000 models. These devices are susceptible to the disclosure of sensitive information if they are running versions before 1.0.0.76. The vulnerability was made public on September 26, 2018, and the details were updated on April 23, 2020. The attack complexity is low, and the attack vector is physical, meaning an attacker would need physical access to the device to exploit this vulnerability.

Remediation

To mitigate this vulnerability, users of the affected NETGEAR devices (D3600 and D6000) should update their device firmware to version 1.0.0.76 or later. It is always recommended to keep all devices and software up to date to ensure the latest security patches and updates are applied.

References

For more information on this vulnerability, you can refer to the following link: NETGEAR Security Advisory

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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