CVE-2021-45678

NETGEAR RAX200 devices before 1.0.5.132 are affected by insecure code

published December 26, 2021

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
1%
Percentile
70.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ A code oversight in NETGEAR RAX200 devices could leave doors wide open! ๐Ÿ” Think of it like a restaurant that forgot to lock the back door, making it easy for anyone to waltz in without a reservation. Just like that door, the insecure code can allow unwanted guests into your network. This vulnerability could allow unauthorized access, leading to potential data breaches or manipulation of your network settings. While not actively exploited, leaving this unsecured is like leaving your valuables unguarded in plain sight โ€” you never know who might be looking!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that forgot to lock the back door, making it easy for anyone to waltz in without a reservation. Just like that door, the insecure code can allow unwanted guests into your network. The vulnerability stems from insecure code implementation in NETGEAR RAX200 devices before version 1.0.5.132, which could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to system functionalities.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow unauthorized access, leading to potential data breaches or manipulation of your network settings. While not actively exploited, leaving this unsecured is like leaving your valuables unguarded in plain sight โ€” you never know who might be looking! Update your NETGEAR RAX200 devices to version 1.0.5.132 or later immediately. Ensure your network is configured securely and monitor for any unusual activities while you're at it. You've got this! By updating and securing your devices, you'll be a hero in the fight against vulnerabilities! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01328 ยท 70.8th percentile
Published
2021-12-26T00:22Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 26 DEC 00:22Z
    NETGEAR RAX200 devices before 1.0.5.132 are affected by insecure code
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