Vulnerability identifier: #VU64829

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 8.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
RBK852
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
CBR40
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
RBK752
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
CBR750
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
RBR750
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
RBR850
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
RBS750
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
RBS850
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in when processing authentication requests. A remote attacker on the local network can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://kb.netgear.com/000065032/Security-Advisory-for-Authentication-Bypass-on-Some-WiFi-Systems-PSV-2020-0489

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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.