CVE-2016-5638

UnknownEPSS 2.79%

Last modified

CVE-2016-5638 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. There are few web pages associated with the genie app on the Netgear WNDR4500 running firmware version V1.0.1.40_1.0.6877. Genie app adds some capabilities over the Web GUI and can be accessed even when you are away from home. EPSS estimates a 2.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

There are few web pages associated with the genie app on the Netgear WNDR4500 running firmware version V1.0.1.40_1.0.6877. Genie app adds some capabilities over the Web GUI and can be accessed even when you are away from home. A remote attacker can access genie_ping.htm or genie_ping2.htm or genie_ping3.htm page without authentication. Once accessed, the page will be redirected to the aCongratulations2.htma page, which reveals some sensitive information such as 2.4GHz & 5GHz Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Network Key (Password) in clear text.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.79%

84.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
NetgearWndr4500 Firmware1.0.1.40_1.0.6877

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-5638?
There are few web pages associated with the genie app on the Netgear WNDR4500 running firmware version V1.0.1.40_1.0.6877. Genie app adds some capabilities over the Web GUI and can be accessed even when you are away from home. A remote attacker can access genie_ping.htm or genie_ping2.htm or genie_ping3.htm page without authentication. Once accessed, the page will be redirected to the aCongratulations2.htma page, which reveals some sensitive information such as 2.4GHz & 5GHz Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Network Key (Password) in clear text.
How severe is CVE-2016-5638?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5638 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5638?
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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Source: NVD / NIST