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CVE-2018-11106: NETGEAR has released fixes for a pre-authentication command injection in request_handler.php security vulne...

NETGEAR has released fixes for a pre-authentication command injection in request_handler.php security vulnerability on the following product models: WC7500, running firmware versions prior to 6.5.3.5; WC7520, running firmware versions prior to 2.5.0.46; WC7600v1, running firmware versions prior to 6.5.3.5; WC7600v2, running firmware versions prior to 6.5.3.5; and WC9500, running firmware versions prior to 6.5.3.5.

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Plain-English summary

This issue affects certain NETGEAR wireless controllers. Because it is described as pre-authentication command injection, a vulnerable reachable device could let an unauthenticated attacker run commands on the controller. NETGEAR has released fixed firmware for the listed models.

Executive priority

Prioritize remediation for affected NETGEAR wireless controllers, especially if management access is exposed beyond trusted administrators. The vulnerability class is serious, but the provided evidence does not confirm active exploitation.

Technical view

CVE-2018-11106 is a pre-authentication command injection vulnerability in request_handler.php affecting specified NETGEAR wireless controllers before fixed firmware versions. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, CWE, root cause detail, or attack prerequisites beyond affected models and fixed versions.

Likely exposure

Organizations using NETGEAR WC7500, WC7520, WC7600v1, WC7600v2, or WC9500 controllers on older firmware are in scope. Exposure depends on whether the vulnerable controller interface is reachable by an attacker.

Exploitation context

The provided sources do not show CISA KEV listing or active exploitation evidence. Treat internet-reachable or broadly accessible controller management surfaces as higher concern because the issue is pre-authentication command injection.

Researcher notes

Available public detail is limited to the affected products, vulnerable firmware ranges, fixed versions, and vulnerability class. Do not assume exploit availability, CVSS score, or additional affected NETGEAR products from the supplied sources.

Mitigation direction

  • Upgrade WC7500, WC7600v1, WC7600v2, and WC9500 to firmware 6.5.3.5 or later.
  • Upgrade WC7520 to firmware 2.5.0.46 or later.
  • Check NETGEAR advisory guidance before applying changes in production.
  • Prioritize devices with externally reachable or widely accessible management interfaces.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory NETGEAR wireless controller models in use.
  • Record current firmware versions for WC7500, WC7520, WC7600v1, WC7600v2, and WC9500.
  • Compare firmware against NETGEAR fixed versions listed in the advisory.
  • Confirm updated devices report the expected fixed firmware version.
  • Review logs for unusual access to controller management interfaces.
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Confidence
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Sources
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Source materials

Affected products

Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
NETGEARWC7500firmware versions prior to 6.5.3.5Listed
NETGEARWC7520firmware versions prior to 2.5.0.46Listed
NETGEARWC7600v1firmware versions prior to 6.5.3.5Listed
NETGEARWC7600v2firmware versions prior to 6.5.3.5Listed
NETGEARWC9500firmware versions prior to 6.5.3.5Listed
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