CVE-2026-0417: CWE-20 Improper input validation in NETGEAR MR60
Insufficient input validation vulnerability in the listed NETGEAR devices allows authenticated administrators connected to the local network to tamper with the router's integrity.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-0417) affects the NETGEAR MR60 device and is classified under CWE-20 (Improper Input Validation). It allows authenticated administrators connected locally to manipulate the router's integrity due to insufficient validation of input. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 4.3, reflecting a medium severity with attack vector local, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required. The vulnerability impacts the confidentiality and integrity of the device but requires high privileges and local access. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
An authenticated administrator on the local network can exploit this vulnerability to tamper with the router's integrity, potentially leading to unauthorized changes or disruptions in router operation. The impact is limited by the requirement for administrative privileges and local network access.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict administrative access to trusted personnel and networks only.
CVE-2026-0417: CWE-20 Improper input validation in NETGEAR MR60
Description
Insufficient input validation vulnerability in the listed NETGEAR devices allows authenticated administrators connected to the local network to tamper with the router's integrity.
CVSS v4.0
Score 4.3medium
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-0417) affects the NETGEAR MR60 device and is classified under CWE-20 (Improper Input Validation). It allows authenticated administrators connected locally to manipulate the router's integrity due to insufficient validation of input. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 4.3, reflecting a medium severity with attack vector local, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required. The vulnerability impacts the confidentiality and integrity of the device but requires high privileges and local access. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
An authenticated administrator on the local network can exploit this vulnerability to tamper with the router's integrity, potentially leading to unauthorized changes or disruptions in router operation. The impact is limited by the requirement for administrative privileges and local network access.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict administrative access to trusted personnel and networks only.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- NETGEAR
- Date Reserved
- 2025-12-03T04:16:24.254Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a283e948dd33fbd8553f120
Added to database: 06/09/2026, 16:25:56 UTC
Last enriched: 06/17/2026, 08:54:21 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 19:22:57 UTC
Views: 60
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