NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System Default Credentials Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the product installer. The issue results from the use of default MySQL credentials. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.
Additional Details
NETGEAR has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://kb.netgear.com/000066164/Security-Advisory-for-Multiple-Vulnerabilities-on-the-NMS300-PSV-2024-0003-PSV-2024-0004
Disclosure Timeline
- 2024-01-11 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2024-05-22 - Coordinated public release of advisory
- 2024-07-01 - Advisory Updated
Credit
191bb9f9c7b3a89d5a586e15299e24417a4aca4d
