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Major Netgear Router Vulnerabilities Demand Immediate Action

Major Netgear Router Vulnerabilities Demand Immediate Action

Netgear, a well-known networking specialist, has reported two critical vulnerabilities affecting several of its routers. While details remain scarce, the company has emphasized the urgency of addressing these issues, as both vulnerabilities have been assigned high CVSS scores of 9.6 and 9.8, respectively.

The Vulnerabilities

The first vulnerability, identified as PSV-2024-0117, allows external parties to bypass the authentication process, potentially exposing network security. Affected models include:

  • WAX206

  • WAX220

  • WAX214v2

The second vulnerability, PSV-2023-0039, is even more severe, as it enables remote execution of malicious code. The impacted router models are:

  • XR1000

  • XR1000v2

  • XR500

At this time, it is unknown whether these vulnerabilities are being actively exploited. However, Netgear strongly advises users not to wait for an attack and to update their router firmware to the latest available versions immediately.

The Importance of Proactive Security Monitoring

This situation underscores the critical need for security representatives like Veroot to monitor, communicate, and guide customers through security updates. Cyber threats evolve rapidly, and vulnerabilities such as these can leave businesses and individuals exposed to significant risks.

Having a dedicated security team ensures:

  • Rapid identification of security flaws and vendor advisories.

  • Clear communication about when, how, and why updates should be implemented.

  • Guided assistance to mitigate potential threats before they are exploited.

By staying proactive and working with security-focused partners, businesses and individuals can maintain strong defenses against emerging cyber risks. If you use any of the affected Netgear routers, update your firmware immediately to secure your network against potential attacks.

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