Vulnerability identifier: #VU29043
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-327
Exploitation vector: Local network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
R6700
Hardware solutions /
Routers for home users
Vendor: NETGEAR
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system
The vulnerability exists due to the weak encryption of firmware update images within the "check_ra" functionality. An attacker on the local network can execute arbitrary code on the system.
Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.
Vulnerable software versions
R6700: All versions
External links
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-707/
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.