What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-57046?

CVE-2024-57046 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (High). CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. EPSS exploitation probability: 62.4%.

Which versions of Dgn2200 Firmware are affected by CVE-2024-57046?

Organizations using the Netgear DGN2200 router with firmware face significant risk from CVE-2024-57046, a improper authentication vulnerability rated CVSS 8.8.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2024-57046?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2024-57046. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 62.4%.

How to fix or mitigate CVE-2024-57046?

Within 24 hours: Identify all affected systems running the Netgear DGN2200 router with firmware and apply vendor patches immediately. Audit authentication configurations and rotate any potentially compromised credentials.

Dgn2200 Firmware CVE-2024-57046

HIGH

Improper Authentication (CWE-287)

2025-02-18 cve@mitre.org

Netgear Authentication Bypass Dgn2200 Firmware

8.8

CVSS 3.1 · NVD

Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY

8.8 HIGH

AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

Adjacent

Attack Complexity

Low

Privileges Required

None

User Interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

High

Integrity

High

Availability

High

Lifecycle Timeline

Analysis Generated

Mar 28, 2026 - 18:27 vuln.today

PoC Detected

Jul 07, 2025 - 18:11 vuln.today

Public exploit code

CVE Published

Feb 18, 2025 - 15:15 nvd

HIGH 8.8

DescriptionCVE.org

A vulnerability in the Netgear DGN2200 router with firmware version v1.0.0.46 and earlier permits unauthorized individuals to bypass the authentication. When adding "?x=1.gif" to the the requested url, it will be recognized as passing the authentication.

AnalysisAI

Netgear DGN2200 router firmware v1.0.0.46 and earlier contains an authentication bypass. By appending ?x=1.gif to any URL, the router's authentication check is fooled into treating the request as an image file, granting unauthenticated access to all management functions including configuration and firmware management.

Technical ContextAI

The DGN2200's HTTP server uses a simplistic authentication check that exempts requests for image files. By appending ?x=1.gif to any management URL, the request is classified as an image access and bypasses the authentication requirement entirely. This grants access to the full management interface including password changes, firmware updates, and network configuration.

RemediationAI

Update firmware to a version beyond v1.0.0.46. Replace end-of-life routers. Disable remote management. Monitor network DNS settings for unauthorized changes.