Vulnerability Description
NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System createUser Missing Authorization Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the createUser function. The issue results from the lack of authorization prior to allowing access to functionality. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges to resources normally protected from the user. Was ZDI-CAN-19726.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netgear | Prosafe Network Management System | < 1.7.0.20 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://kb.netgear.com/000065707/Security-Advisory-for-Multiple-Vulnerabilities-Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-914/Third Party Advisory
- https://kb.netgear.com/000065707/Security-Advisory-for-Multiple-Vulnerabilities-Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-914/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-38102?
CVE-2023-38102 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System createUser Missing Authorization Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to escalate privileges on affected installatio...
How severe is CVE-2023-38102?
CVE-2023-38102 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-38102?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netgear Prosafe Network Management System.