SB2022090911 - Improper Authentication in NETGEAR Routers and Orbi WiFi Systems



SB2022090911 - Improper Authentication in NETGEAR Routers and Orbi WiFi Systems

Published: September 9, 2022

Security Bulletin ID SB2022090911
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper Authentication (CVE-ID: N/A)

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.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.