CVE-2024-5245

High

Description

NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System Default Credentials Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the product installer. The issue results from the use of default MySQL credentials. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-22755.

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
ProductNetgear Prosafe Network Management System
PublishedMay 23, 2024
First seenMay 23, 2024
Weakness typeCWE-1392CWE-1392

How to fix

Update
  • netgear prosafe_network_management_system1.7.0.37 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
netgear prosafe_network_management_systemv < 1.7.0.371.7.0.37

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CVE-2024-5245 · Netgear Prosafe Network Management System · Dark Radar