Security readout for executives and security teams
This is a critical remote command execution flaw in several Netgear wireless access point/router models. An unauthenticated attacker on the network path could run operating system commands on affected devices. Business risk is highest where these devices remain internet-exposed, unmanaged, or embedded in branch networks. Exposure is most likely in organizations still running the listed Netgear devices, especially legacy branch, wireless, or small-office deployments. Publicly reachable management interfaces or flat internal networks increase risk. The source bundle does not identify additional affected products beyond the named Netgear models. Treat this as urgent for any remaining affected Netgear estate. KEV status, unauthenticated remote execution, and public exploit references make exposed devices unacceptable risk. Prioritize discovery, firmware remediation, exposure reduction, and replacement planning for unsupported hardware. Mitigation focus: Upgrade WN604 devices to firmware 3.3.3 or later.; Upgrade listed WN802Tv2, WNAP, and WNDAP devices to 3.5.5.0 or later.; Remove management interfaces from direct internet exposure..
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- Critical
- CVSS
- 9.8 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- Yes
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H3.95.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
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9.8CriticalVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://kb.netgear.com/30480/CVE-2016-1555-Notification?cid=wmt_netgear_organicCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- 45909CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2016-1555CVE reference · government-resource
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Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')
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