CVE-2019-20679 Missing authorization in n/a

High 7.3 Published 15 Apr 2020 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Attackers can bypass access controls on NETGEAR MR1100 devices 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: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2019-20679?

CVE-2019-20679 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, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

NETGEAR MR1100 devices before 12.06.08.00 are affected by lack of access control at the function level.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-20679?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Netgear Mr1100 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2019-20679?

No fix has been published for CVE-2019-20679 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-2019-20679 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2019-20679 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5mp8-4qmg-75h8.