CVE-2026-0416
An insufficient input validation vulnerability in certain NETGEAR router models as listed allows an authenticated administrator with local network access to submit crafted input that bypasses inten...
Affects 0 products across 1 vendor.
Software does not validate or incorrectly validates input, allowing attackers to craft data processed in unintended ways.
An insufficient input validation vulnerability affects certain NETGEAR router models, allowing an authenticated administrator with local network access to submit crafted input that bypasses management interface restrictions and modifies protected router software or functionality. While requiring authentication and local access, this vulnerability could be exploited by an insider threat or via a compromised admin account to alter firmware, routing rules, or access controls on network boundary devices. In OT environments where NETGEAR routers serve as edge or segmentation devices, successful exploitation could undermine network segmentation integrity and enable lateral movement into operational technology networks.
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| CVE ID | CVE-2026-0416 |
|---|---|
| Published | 2026-06-09 |
| Last Modified | 2026-06-11 |
| ICS Relevance | 85% |
| Weakness (CWE) | |
| Source | NVD |
An insufficient input validation vulnerability in certain NETGEAR router models as listed allows an authenticated administrator with local network access to submit crafted input that bypasses intended management interface restrictions, resulting in unauthorized modification of protected router software or functionality.
Source: NIST NVD / MITRE CVE Database
| Vendor | Product | Fixed Version |
|---|---|---|
| Netgear | — | — |
Fixed firmware version not yet publicly confirmed. NETGEAR is expected to release updated firmware addressing input validation controls in the management interface for listed router models. Monitor the NETGEAR security advisory page for specific affected model numbers and corresponding fixed firmware versions.
View Vendor Advisory →| CISA KEV | Not in KEV catalog |
|---|---|
| Public Exploit | Not confirmed |
| PoC Code | Not confirmed |
Deploy inline IDS/IPS or next-generation firewall rules at the OT network perimeter and management VLAN boundaries to inspect and block HTTP/HTTPS POST requests to NETGEAR router management interfaces containing suspicious encoded characters, null bytes, or command injection sequences. Additionally, implement IP allowlisting so only designated management hosts can reach router admin ports (TCP 80, 443, 8080, 8443). Deploy at the OT DMZ firewall, management network switch ACLs, and any network tap monitoring management traffic.
No reliable network detection signature exists for this vulnerability class — apply the compensating controls above and the vendor patch. SAGE only publishes a network rule when a concrete on-the-wire signature can be grounded in the advisory.
Virtual patch generated by CITED Relevance SAGE. Validate in isolated environment before production deployment. Compensating control only - does not replace vendor patch.
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