Is CVE-2019-17137 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2019-17137 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2019-17137 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2019-17137 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2019-17137?

CVE-2019-17137 has a CVSS score of 9.4 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2019-17137

CWE-626Published: February 10, 2020· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.4

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of NETGEAR AC1200 R6220 Firmware version 1.1.0.86 Smart WiFi Router. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the processing of path strings. By inserting a null byte into the path, the user can skip most authentication checks. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system. Was ZDI-CAN-8616.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2019-17137 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.4.