CVE-2021-20169 — MEDIUM (6.8)

Vulnerability Description

Netgear RAX43 version 1.0.3.96 does not utilize secure communications to the web interface. By default, all communication to/from the device is sent via HTTP, which causes potentially sensitive information (such as usernames and passwords) to be transmitted in cleartext.

CVSS Score

6.8

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

PHYSICAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Netgear	Rax43 Firmware	1.0.3.96
Netgear	Rax43	-

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-319

References

https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2021-55Third Party Advisory
https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2021-55Third Party Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2021-20169?

CVE-2021-20169 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Netgear RAX43 version 1.0.3.96 does not utilize secure communications to the web interface. By default, all communication to/from the device is sent via HTTP, which causes potentially sensitive inform...

How severe is CVE-2021-20169?

CVE-2021-20169 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2021-20169?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netgear Rax43 Firmware, Netgear Rax43.