Netgear.NightHawk.CGI.Buffer.Overflow

Description

This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Post-Authentication Buffer Overflow vulnerability in Netgear Routers.
The vulnerability is due to an improper boundary check condition in the application. A remote attacker may be able to exploit this to execute arbitrary code within the context of the application, via a crafted request.

Affected Products

System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.

Impact

System Compromise: Remote attackers can execute arbitrary script code in the context of the application

Recommended Actions

Refer to the vendor's advisory for updates:
https://kb.netgear.com/000060976/Security-Advisory-for-Post-Authentication-Stack-Overflow-on-Some-Routers-and-Gateways-PSV-2018-0258

References