CVE-2019-20641 Missing authorization in n/a

High 8.8 Published 15 Apr 2020 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Attackers can bypass access controls on NETGEAR RAX40 routers due to missing function-level authorization checks.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2019-20641?

CVE-2019-20641 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 15 Apr 2020. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

NETGEAR RAX40 devices before 1.0.3.64 are affected by lack of access control at the function level.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-20641?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Netgear Rax40 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2019-20641?

No fix has been published for CVE-2019-20641 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2019-20641 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2019-20641 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-gxxj-6wpw-9vgc.