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CVE-2017-6334: dnslookup.cgi on NETGEAR DGN2200 devices with firmware through 10.0.0.50 allows remote authenticated users...

dnslookup.cgi on NETGEAR DGN2200 devices with firmware through 10.0.0.50 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary OS commands via shell metacharacters in the host_name field of an HTTP POST request, a different vulnerability than CVE-2017-6077.

HighCVSS 8.8Known exploitedUpdated
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Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2017-6334 lets a logged-in remote user run operating-system commands through the NETGEAR DGN2200 dnslookup.cgi web feature. The issue affects firmware through 10.0.0.50. CISA lists it in KEV, so treat exposed or still-deployed devices as urgent to find and remove from risk. Exposure is most likely where NETGEAR DGN2200 devices on firmware through 10.0.0.50 remain in service and the web management interface is reachable to authenticated users over a network. High priority for environments with legacy NETGEAR DGN2200 routers. KEV status means this is not theoretical. Focus on rapid asset discovery, management-plane isolation, and replacement or vendor-supported remediation. Mitigation focus: Inventory NETGEAR DGN2200 devices and confirm firmware versions.; Check NETGEAR guidance for supported firmware, replacement, or retirement options.; Restrict management access to trusted administrative networks only..

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record
Severity
High
CVSS
8.8 (3.1)
Known Exploited
Yes
Published

Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Official CVE source material

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1CVSS vectors
0Timeline events
0ADP providers
5Source links

CISA KEV status

Status
Known exploited
Source
CISA / ADP
Date added
Not provided

CVSS vector scores

1 official score

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ScoreVersionSeverityVectorExploitImpactSource
8.8CVSS 3.1HighCVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H2.85.9Primary CVE score

Vulnerability scoring details

Base CVSS 3.1 score

8.8High
CVSS 3.1 vector shape for CVE-2017-6334Attack VectorAttack ComplexityPrivileges RequiredUser InteractionScopeConfidentiality ImpactIntegrity ImpactAvailability Impact

Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector
NetworkAdjacentLocalPhysical
Attack Complexity
LowHigh
Privileges Required
NoneLowHigh
User Interaction
NoneRequired
Scope
ChangedUnchanged
Confidentiality Impact
HighLowNone
Integrity Impact
HighLowNone
Availability Impact
HighLowNone

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Affected products

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CWE-78 · source CWE mapping

Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')

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