CVE-2020-10926
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CVE-2020-10926 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of NETGEAR R6700 V1.0.4.84_10.0.58 routers. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of NETGEAR R6700 V1.0.4.84_10.0.58 routers. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of firmware updates. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the firmware image prior to performing an upgrade. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-9648.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netgear | R6700 Firmware | 1.0.4.84_10.0.58 |
References
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-706/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-706/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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