CVE-2026-11731
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Authentication Bypass in NETGEAR RAX Series Routers

Publication date: 2026-10-13

Last updated on: 2026-10-13

Assigner: Netgear, Inc.

Description
An authentication bypass vulnerability in the listed NETGEAR RAX series models allows an unauthenticated attacker with adjacent access to the affected device’s management service to access certain device information or modify administrative settings. This vulnerability may impact the confidentiality and integrity of management data and the availability of device-management functions.

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Published
2026-10-13
Last Modified
2026-10-13
Generated
2026-10-13
AI Q&A
2026-10-13
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-11731
EUVD
EUVD-2026-98773

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
NETGEAR RAX30 0
NETGEAR RAX29 0
NETGEAR RAX28 0

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Exploitability

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CWE ID Description
CWE-288 The product requires authentication, but the product has an alternate path or channel that does not require authentication.

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Executive Summary

This is an authentication bypass vulnerability in NETGEAR RAX series routers. An unauthenticated attacker within physical or local network range can access device information or change admin settings without proper credentials. This allows unauthorized control over management functions.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could steal sensitive data, alter network settings, or disable the router entirely. This may lead to loss of internet access, exposure of private information, or unauthorized network modifications affecting all connected devices.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data confidentiality and integrity. Organizations may face legal penalties, loss of compliance certifications, and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately restrict adjacent network access to the affected NETGEAR RAX series devices. Disable remote management features if enabled and ensure administrative interfaces are only accessible from trusted networks.

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