Vulnerability identifier: #VU59140
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-312
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
R6700
Hardware solutions /
Routers for home users
Vendor: NETGEAR
Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to the storage of sensitive information in plain-text. A local attacker can retrieve sensitive information stored in cleartext.
Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.
Vulnerable software versions
R6700: 1.0.4.120
External links
http://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2021-57
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.