CVE-2016-5649
CVSS v3
9.8
CRITICAL
EPSS Score
74.4 %
exploit probability
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
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SSVC status
Description
A vulnerability is in the 'BSW_cxttongr.htm' page of the Netgear DGN2200, version DGN2200-V1.0.0.50_7.0.50, and DGND3700, version DGND3700-V1.0.0.17_1.0.17, which can allow a remote attacker to access this page without any authentication. When processed, it exposes the admin password in clear text before it gets redirected to absw_vfysucc.cgia. An attacker can use this password to gain administrator access to the targeted router's web interface.
Technical details
- Published
- 2018-07-24
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2016-5649?
A vulnerability is in the 'BSW_cxttongr.htm' page of the Netgear DGN2200, version DGN2200-V1.0.0.50_7.0.50, and DGND3700, version DGND3700-V1.0.0.17_1.0.17, which can allow a remote attacker to access this page without any authentication. When processed, it exposes the admin password in clear text before it gets redirected to absw_vfysucc.cgia. An attacker can use this password to gain administrator access to the targeted router's web interface.
Is CVE-2016-5649 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2016-5649 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 74.4%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2016-5649?
CVE-2016-5649 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity).
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