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CVE-2020-35229

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.75%

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CVE-2020-35229 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The authentication token required to execute NSDP write requests on NETGEAR JGS516PE/GS116Ev2 v2.6.0.43 devices is not properly invalidated and can be reused until a new token is generated, which allows attackers (with access to network traffic) to effectively gain administrative privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.75% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The authentication token required to execute NSDP write requests on NETGEAR JGS516PE/GS116Ev2 v2.6.0.43 devices is not properly invalidated and can be reused until a new token is generated, which allows attackers (with access to network traffic) to effectively gain administrative privileges.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability
0.75%

50.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
NetgearGs116e Firmware2.6.0.43
NetgearJgs516pe Firmware2.6.0.43

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-35229?
The authentication token required to execute NSDP write requests on NETGEAR JGS516PE/GS116Ev2 v2.6.0.43 devices is not properly invalidated and can be reused until a new token is generated, which allows attackers (with access to network traffic) to effectively gain administrative privileges.
How severe is CVE-2020-35229?
CVE-2020-35229 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-35229?
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