CVE-2025-25246 in XR1000
Summary
by MITRE • 02/05/2025
NETGEAR XR1000 before 1.0.0.74, XR1000v2 before 1.1.0.22, and XR500 before 2.3.2.134 allow remote code execution by unauthenticated users.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/29/2025
This vulnerability affects NETGEAR XR1000 series routers including XR1000 versions prior to 1.0.0.74 XR1000v2 versions prior to 1.1.0.22 and XR500 versions prior to 2.3.2.134. The flaw represents a critical remote code execution vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected devices. This vulnerability falls under the CWE-787 weakness category for out-of-bounds write vulnerabilities and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1219 for Browser Session Hijacking and T1059 for Command and Scripting Interpreter. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation within the device's web interface handling mechanisms. Attackers can exploit this by sending specially crafted HTTP requests to the affected devices without requiring any authentication credentials. The impacted devices are commonly deployed in residential and small office environments where they serve as primary network gateways. This creates a significant risk as these devices typically have direct access to internal network resources and can potentially serve as entry points for broader network infiltration. The vulnerability allows attackers to gain full administrative control over the affected routers which can then be used to redirect traffic, install malware, or establish persistent backdoors. The attack surface is particularly concerning because these devices are often accessible from the internet and may not be regularly updated by end users. Network segmentation and firewall rules may not adequately protect against this attack vector since it operates at the application layer without requiring authentication. Organizations and individuals using these devices should immediately apply the vendor-provided security patches to mitigate the risk. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of proper input validation and authentication mechanisms in network infrastructure devices. According to NIST guidelines for secure network device management this type of vulnerability highlights the need for robust security practices including regular firmware updates and network monitoring. The affected devices represent a significant attack surface for threat actors seeking to establish persistent network footholds and conduct advanced persistent threat operations. Security professionals should monitor for exploitation attempts and ensure that network devices are properly configured with strong access controls and regular security updates. The vulnerability also underscores the importance of secure coding practices and proper software development lifecycle security measures to prevent similar issues in future device deployments. This vulnerability affects critical network infrastructure components and requires immediate remediation to prevent potential compromise of entire network environments. The impact extends beyond individual device compromise to potential network-wide infiltration and data exfiltration capabilities for threat actors. Organizations should implement network monitoring solutions to detect anomalous traffic patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts and maintain up-to-date threat intelligence on similar vulnerabilities in network equipment.