Vulnerability identifier: #VU29044

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 8.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-494

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 compromise the affected system

The vulnerability exists due to software does not perform software integrity check when downloading updates within the "check_ra" functionality. A remote attacker on the local network with ability to perform man-in-the-middle (MitM) attack can supply a malicious software image and gain full control over the affected system after a successful software update.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

R6700: All versions

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External links
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-706/

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Q & A

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.