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Overview
This vulnerability in the Netgear DGN2200 router with specific firmware versions allows unauthorized individuals to bypass authentication by appending a specific string to the requested URL. The issue is classified under CWE-287 (Improper Authentication) and has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.8, indicating a high severity level. The attack vector is identified as ADJACENT_NETWORK, with a low attack complexity but high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Remediation
To mitigate the CVE-2024-57046 vulnerability, users are advised to update the firmware of the Netgear DGN2200 router to a version that addresses this authentication bypass issue. It is recommended to regularly check for firmware updates from the official Netgear website and apply them promptly to ensure the security of the device. Additionally, users should consider implementing strong network security measures and access controls to prevent unauthorized access to the router.
References
- Netgear Security Advisory: https://www.netgear.com/about/security/
- GitHub Repository with Details on the Vulnerability: https://github.com/Shuanunio/CVE_Requests/blob/main/Netgear/DGN2200/ACL%20bypass%20Vulnerability%20in%20Netgear%20DGN2200.md
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- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
