CVE-2017-6862VulnerabilityPublished 06/08/2022Updated 10/24/2026

CVE-2017-6862: NETGEAR Multiple Devices Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Affects NETGEAR Multiple DevicesSource CISA KEV

Severity

High

No CVSS score published yet

Exploitation: Actively exploited – in CISA KEV since 06/08/2022
KEV deadline: 06/22/2022
EPSS: 45.7% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 98% of CVEs

What to do

CISA required action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-6862 (opens in a new tab)

Description

Multiple NETGEAR devices are affected by a buffer overflow vulnerability that enables authentication bypass and remote code execution. This vulnerability has been exploited in the wild. No specific affected versions or patch information are provided.

Summary

CVE-2017-6862 is a buffer overflow vulnerability present in multiple NETGEAR devices. The flaw allows attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms and execute arbitrary code remotely. This vulnerability has been confirmed to be exploited in the wild, indicating active threat. No detailed version information or vendor patch status is available in the provided data.

Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access by bypassing authentication and allow remote code execution on affected NETGEAR devices. This can result in full compromise of the device and potentially the network it is connected to.

Mitigation

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict network access to affected devices and monitor for suspicious activity related to this vulnerability.

Weaknesses

CWE-119Buffer Errors (Memory Bounds) (opens in a new tab)

What to do

Description

AnalysisAI-generated, updated 10/24/2026, 12:04:28 UTC

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