CVE-2021-38517
HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 0.76%
Last modified
CVE-2021-38517 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by out-of-bounds reads and writes. This affects R6400 before 1.0.1.70, RAX75 before 1.0.4.120, RAX80 before 1.0.4.120, and XR300 before 1.0.3.50.. EPSS estimates a 0.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by out-of-bounds reads and writes. This affects R6400 before 1.0.1.70, RAX75 before 1.0.4.120, RAX80 before 1.0.4.120, and XR300 before 1.0.3.50.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netgear | R6400 Firmware | < 1.0.1.70 |
| Netgear | Rax75 Firmware | < 1.0.4.120 |
| Netgear | Rax80 Firmware | < 1.0.4.120 |
| Netgear | Xr300 Firmware | < 1.0.3.50 |
References
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38517?
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by out-of-bounds reads and writes. This affects R6400 before 1.0.1.70, RAX75 before 1.0.4.120, RAX80 before 1.0.4.120, and XR300 before 1.0.3.50.
How severe is CVE-2021-38517?
CVE-2021-38517 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38517?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-38517?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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