#VU100104 Configuration in WAX630E

Vulnerability identifier: #VU100104

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 3.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-16

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
WAX630E
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc

Vendor: NETGEAR

Description

The issue may allow a local attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The issue exists due to the possibility to a security misconfiguration issue. A local attacker can gain access to the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

WAX630E: before 10.8.8.7

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External links
https://kb.netgear.com/000066407/Security-Advisory-for-Security-Misconfiguration-on-Some-Access-Points-PSV-2023-0141

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Q & A

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.