CVE-2026-11736: CWE-20 Improper input validation in NETGEAR RAX20
A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability affects certain NETGEAR models allowing an authenticated admin user to make unauthorized modification to router software and functionality.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability in NETGEAR RAX20 routers is caused by improper input validation leading to a stack-based buffer overflow. An authenticated admin user can exploit this flaw to modify router software and functionality without authorization. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates the attack requires local authenticated access with high complexity and no user interaction. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-20 (Improper Input Validation). No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no vendor remediation or patch has been published as of the data provided.
Potential Impact
An authenticated administrator on the affected NETGEAR RAX20 device could leverage this vulnerability to perform unauthorized modifications to the router's software and functionality. This could potentially impact device stability or security configurations. However, the low CVSS score and requirement for high privileges limit the scope and ease of exploitation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or remediation level is provided, users should monitor NETGEAR advisories for updates. Until a patch is available, restrict administrative access to trusted personnel only and follow best practices for router management.
CVE-2026-11736: CWE-20 Improper input validation in NETGEAR RAX20
Description
A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability affects certain NETGEAR models allowing an authenticated admin user to make unauthorized modification to router software and functionality.
CVSS v4.0
Score 1.9low
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability in NETGEAR RAX20 routers is caused by improper input validation leading to a stack-based buffer overflow. An authenticated admin user can exploit this flaw to modify router software and functionality without authorization. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates the attack requires local authenticated access with high complexity and no user interaction. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-20 (Improper Input Validation). No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no vendor remediation or patch has been published as of the data provided.
Potential Impact
An authenticated administrator on the affected NETGEAR RAX20 device could leverage this vulnerability to perform unauthorized modifications to the router's software and functionality. This could potentially impact device stability or security configurations. However, the low CVSS score and requirement for high privileges limit the scope and ease of exploitation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or remediation level is provided, users should monitor NETGEAR advisories for updates. Until a patch is available, restrict administrative access to trusted personnel only and follow best practices for router management.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- NETGEAR
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-09T02:46:45.370Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a7b3f3abf8831d539f2ad99
Added to database: 08/11/2026, 15:26:50 UTC
Last enriched: 08/11/2026, 15:48:19 UTC
Last updated: 08/11/2026, 22:46:24 UTC
Views: 7
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