Vulnerability identifier: #VU67145

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
RBR20
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
RBR50
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
RBS20
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
RBS50
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
R6230
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
R6260
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
R7000
Hardware solutions / Routers for home users
R8900
Hardware solutions / Routers for home users
R9000
Hardware solutions / Routers for home users
XR300
Hardware solutions / Routers for home users

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 with WiFi password or an Ethernet connection to router can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://kb.netgear.com/000065132/Security-Advisory-for-Vulnerabilities-in-FunJSQ-on-Some-Routers-and-Orbi-WiFi-Systems-PSV-2022-0117

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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 Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.