CVE-2023-38921
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.39%
Last modified
CVE-2023-38921 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Netgear WG302v2 v5.2.9 and WAG302v2 v5.1.19 were discovered to contain multiple command injection vulnerabilities in the upgrade_handler function via the firmwareRestore and firmwareServerip parameters.. EPSS estimates a 1.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Netgear WG302v2 v5.2.9 and WAG302v2 v5.1.19 were discovered to contain multiple command injection vulnerabilities in the upgrade_handler function via the firmwareRestore and firmwareServerip parameters.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netgear | Wg302v2 Firmware | 5.2.9 |
| Netgear | Wag302v2 Firmware | 5.1.19 |
References
- https://github.com/FirmRec/IoT-Vulns/tree/main/netgear/upgrade_handlerThird Party Advisory
- https://www.netgear.com/about/security/Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/FirmRec/IoT-Vulns/tree/main/netgear/upgrade_handlerThird Party Advisory
- https://www.netgear.com/about/security/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-38921?
Netgear WG302v2 v5.2.9 and WAG302v2 v5.1.19 were discovered to contain multiple command injection vulnerabilities in the upgrade_handler function via the firmwareRestore and firmwareServerip parameters.
How severe is CVE-2023-38921?
CVE-2023-38921 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-38921?
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-2023-38921?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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