HIGH
CVE-2023-24498
CWE-522Published: February 15, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
7.5
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
An uspecified endpoint in the web server of the switch does not properly authenticate the user identity, and may allow downloading a config page with the password to the switch in clear text.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-24498 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.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
netgear2 product(s)
prosafe fs726tp firmwareprosafe fs726tp
Source: NVD CPE · 2 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
Exploit-DB
Offensive Security exploit database
GitHub PoC Search
Community PoC repositories
Rapid7 / Metasploit
Metasploit module search
PacketStorm
Security advisories & exploits
NVD Detail
Official NIST entry
MITRE CVE
CVE Program entry
External links open in a new tab. Always verify in a controlled environment before use.
Official Patches & Advisories
All References (2)
→
https://www.gov.il/en/Departments/faq/cve_advisoriesThird Party Advisory
→
https://www.gov.il/en/Departments/faq/cve_advisoriesThird Party Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2023-24498
CVSS Score7.5 / 10
SeverityHIGH
WeaknessCWE-522
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedFeb 15, 2023
Related CVEs (CWE-522)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-24498 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.