PT-2023-1856 · NetGear · Netgear Nighthawk Wifi6 Router

Evan Grant + 1 · Published 2023-03-06 · Updated 2025-02-27 · CVE-2023-27851

Positive Technologies (AI Summary)

CVSS v2.0

9.0

High

Base vector

AV:N/AC:L/Au:S/C:C/I:C/A:C

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6 Router versions prior to V1.0.10.94

Description The issue is related to the file sharing mechanism in the router's software, which incorrectly handles permissions. This can allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the device. The exploitation of this issue may enable unauthorized access and control.

Recommendations For versions prior to V1.0.10.94, update the firmware to version V1.0.10.94 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting upload permissions for users to minimize the risk of exploitation.

Fix

Improper Access Control

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-284

Related Identifiers

BDU:2023-01455

CVE-2023-27851

Affected Products

Netgear Nighthawk Wifi6 Router

References · 6

• https://bdu.fstec.ru/vul/2023-01455 · Security Note
• https://osv.dev/vulnerability/CVE-2023-27851 · Vendor Advisory
• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-27851 · Security Note
• https://t.me/cvenotify/112710 · Telegram Post
• https://t.me/cibsecurity/59807 · Telegram Post
• https://tenable.com/security/research/tra-2023-9 · Note