CVE-2019-20642
Description
NETGEAR RAX40 devices before 1.0.3.64 are affected by authentication bypass.
AI Insight
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NETGEAR RAX40 routers before firmware 1.0.3.64 contain an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows attackers to gain unauthorized access.
Vulnerability
An authentication bypass vulnerability exists in NETGEAR RAX40 routers running firmware versions prior to 1.0.3.64 [1]. The flaw allows an attacker to bypass the authentication mechanism, potentially gaining administrative access to the device without valid credentials.
Exploitation
An attacker with local network access and low privileges can exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted requests to the router's management interface [1]. No user interaction is required, and the attack can be carried out over the local network.
Impact
Successful exploitation results in complete compromise of the router's confidentiality, integrity, and availability [1]. The attacker gains high privileges, potentially allowing them to modify router settings, intercept network traffic, or launch further attacks on the network.
Mitigation
NETGEAR has released firmware version 1.0.3.64 to address this vulnerability [1]. Users should update their RAX40 routers to this version or later as soon as possible. No workarounds are available.
AI Insight generated on May 26, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Affected products
2- NETGEAR/RAX40description
Patches
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References
1- kb.netgear.com/000061500/Security-Advisory-for-Authentication-Bypass-on-RAX40-PSV-2019-0266mitrex_refsource_CONFIRM
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