CVE-2026-107918: CWE-20 Improper input validation in NETGEAR R7300DST
Description
Insufficient input validation vulnerability in the LAN Setup feature of NETGEAR R7300 router allows authenticated administrators connected to the local network to perform unauthorized actions on the router.This issue was identified through testing in a controlled research environment using a simulated version of the router's software and has not been confirmed on physical production devices.
CVSS v4.0
Score 4.3medium
Affected software
NETGEAR
R7300DST
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves improper input validation (CWE-20) in the LAN Setup feature of the NETGEAR R7300DST router. Authenticated administrators connected locally may exploit this flaw to perform unauthorized actions on the router. The finding is based on testing in a controlled research environment using a simulated version of the router's software; no confirmation exists for physical production devices. No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no patch or vendor advisory is currently available.
Potential Impact
An authenticated administrator on the local network could leverage this vulnerability to perform unauthorized actions on the router, potentially affecting device configuration or operation. However, since the issue is only confirmed in a simulated environment and not on physical devices, the practical impact remains uncertain.
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 to minimize risk.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- NETGEAR
- Date Reserved
- 2026-10-09T05:39:28.261Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ace48662cdf04f6567a47da
Added to database: 10/13/2026, 15:04:06 UTC
Last enriched: 10/13/2026, 15:18:30 UTC
Last updated: 10/13/2026, 16:19:22 UTC
Views: 4
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