Netgear remote code execution security vulnerability [CVE-2021-40847]
CVE number – CVE-2021-40847
Netgear has released security updates to address a remote code execution vulnerability in multiple NETGEAR routers. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to take control of an affected system.
NETGEAR has released fixes for a remote code execution security vulnerability on the following product models:
- R6400v2
- R6700
- R6700v3
- R6900
- R6900P
- R7000
- R7000P
- R7850
- R7900
- R8000
- RS400
NETGEAR strongly recommends that you download the latest firmware as soon as possible. Firmware fixes are currently available for all affected products:
- R6400v2 fixed in firmware version 1.0.4.120
- R6700 fixed in firmware version 1.0.2.26
- R6700v3 fixed in firmware version 1.0.4.120
- R6900 fixed in firmware version 1.0.2.26
- R6900P fixed in firmware version 3.3.142_HOTFIX
- R7000 fixed in firmware version 1.0.11.128
- R7000P fixed in firmware version 1.3.3.142_HOTFIX
- R7850 fixed in firmware version 1.0.5.76
- R7900 fixed in firmware version 1.0.4.46
- R8000 fixed in firmware version 1.0.4.76
- RS400 fixed in firmware version 1.5.1.80
To download the updates visit https://www.netgear.com/support/
Duncan is a technology professional with over 20 years experience of working in various IT roles. He has a interest in cyber security, and has a wide range of other skills in radio, electronics and telecommunications.