How severe is CVE-2021-44262?

CVE-2021-44262 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2021-44262 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2021-44262?

CVE-2021-44262 primarily affects Netgear Mbr1517 Firmware. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2021-44262?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2021-44262 published?

CVE-2021-44262 was published on 2022-03-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2021-44262

CVE-2021-44262 is a high-severity vulnerability in Netgear Mbr1517 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-306.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
CVSS v2: 5.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (81st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-306
Affected product: Netgear Mbr1517 Firmware
Published: 2022-03-17
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability is in the 'MNU_top.htm' page of the Netgear W104, version WAC104-V1.0.4.13, which can allow a remote attacker to access this page without any authentication. When processed, it exposes some key information for the device.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-44262?: A vulnerability is in the 'MNU_top.htm' page of the Netgear W104, version WAC104-V1.0.4.13, which can allow a remote attacker to access this page without any authentication. When processed, it exposes some key information for the device.
How severe is CVE-2021-44262?: CVE-2021-44262 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2021-44262 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-44262?: CVE-2021-44262 primarily affects Netgear Mbr1517 Firmware. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-44262?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2021-44262 published?: CVE-2021-44262 was published on 2022-03-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:o:netgear:mbr1517_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:netgear:wnce3001_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:netgear:wac104_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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