CVE-2019-20693 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-20693, a security misconfiguration vulnerability affecting NETGEAR WAC505 and WAC510 devices. Find out the impact, affected versions, and mitigation steps.
A security misconfiguration vulnerability impacting specific NETGEAR devices.
Understanding CVE-2019-20693
What is CVE-2019-20693?
Certain NETGEAR devices, specifically WAC505 devices before version 8.0.6.4 and WAC510 devices before version 8.0.6.4, are affected by incorrect security settings configuration.
The Impact of CVE-2019-20693
This vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 5.4, with medium severity. It allows adjacent network attackers to compromise confidentiality and integrity with low privileges required.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-20693
Vulnerability Description
The issue lies in the security settings of NETGEAR devices, impacting WAC505 and WAC510 devices.
Affected Systems and Versions
- WAC505 devices before version 8.0.6.4
- WAC510 devices before version 8.0.6.4
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers within the adjacent network can exploit this vulnerability without user interaction, compromising confidentiality and integrity.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update affected devices to version 8.0.6.4 or later.
- Implement network segmentation to limit exposure.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and update security settings.
- Conduct security audits to identify misconfigurations.
Patching and Updates
Apply patches and firmware updates provided by NETGEAR to address this security misconfiguration.