Is CVE-2021-45077 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2021-45077 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2021-45077 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2021-45077 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2021-45077?

CVE-2021-45077 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

HOME VULNERABILITIESCVE-2021-45077

HIGH

CVE-2021-45077

CWE-312Published: December 30, 2021· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Netgear Nighthawk R6700 version 1.0.4.120 stores sensitive information in plaintext. All usernames and passwords for the device's associated services are stored in plaintext on the device. For example, the admin password is stored in plaintext in the primary configuration file on the device.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2021-45077 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), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.