CVE-2017-18859
Description
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by slowdown/stoppage. This affects C6300 before 2017-05-30, CM400 before 2017-05-30, CM700 before 2017-05-30, and CMD31T before 2017-05-30.
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Certain NETGEAR cable modems and gateways are vulnerable to a denial-of-service condition that can slow or stop network access.
Vulnerability
The vulnerability affects NETGEAR cable modems and gateways: C6300, CM400, CM700, and CMD31T with firmware versions prior to 2017-05-30. The issue can cause slowdown or stoppage of network access. [1]
Exploitation
An attacker can potentially exploit this vulnerability to slow or stop network access. The advisory does not specify the attack vector or required privileges, but it does not involve data loss or network access compromise. [1]
Impact
Successful exploitation results in a denial-of-service condition, slowing or stopping network connectivity. No data loss or unauthorized access is possible. [1]
Mitigation
As of the advisory's last update (2025-07-07), no firmware fix or workaround is available. NETGEAR is evaluating the vulnerability. Users should monitor for future updates. [1]
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Affected products
4- NETGEAR/NETGEAR devicesdescription
Patches
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References
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