CVE-2016-10864
CWE-79Published: August 8, 2019· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
NETGEAR EX7000 V1.0.0.42_1.0.94 devices allow XSS via the SSID.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2016-10864 requires adjacent network access, limiting remote exploitation but still posing risk in shared or local network environments.
Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.
The vulnerability has a "Changed" scope, meaning successful exploitation can impact components beyond the vulnerable component itself — such as the host operating system or adjacent services.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-79): Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities allow attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2016-10864 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts