#VU94112 Improper Authentication in XR1000

Vulnerability identifier: #VU94112

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 5.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
XR1000
Hardware solutions / Routers for home users

Vendor: NETGEAR

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to bypass authentication process.

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

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

XR1000: before 1.0.0.72

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External links
https://kb.netgear.com/000066261/Security-Advisory-for-Authentication-Bypass-on-Some-Routers-PSV-2023-0113

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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.