CVE-2012-6340
MEDIUMCVSS 4.6/10EPSS 1.17%
Last modified
CVE-2012-6340 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.6/10 on the CVSS scale. An Authentication vulnerability exists in NETGEAR WGR614 v7 and v9 due to a hardcoded credential used for serial programming, a related issue to CVE-2006-1002.. EPSS estimates a 1.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An Authentication vulnerability exists in NETGEAR WGR614 v7 and v9 due to a hardcoded credential used for serial programming, a related issue to CVE-2006-1002.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netgear | Wgr614v9 Firmware | All versions |
| Netgear | Wgr614v7 Firmware | All versions |
References
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/118854/Netgear-WGR614-Credential-Information.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://vuldb.com/?id.7180Permissions Required
- https://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/525042Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/118854/Netgear-WGR614-Credential-Information.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://vuldb.com/?id.7180Permissions Required
- https://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/525042Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-6340?
An Authentication vulnerability exists in NETGEAR WGR614 v7 and v9 due to a hardcoded credential used for serial programming, a related issue to CVE-2006-1002.
How severe is CVE-2012-6340?
CVE-2012-6340 has a CVSS score of 4.6/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-6340?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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