Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability in NETGEAR Devices Utilizing MediaTek Chipsets
CVE-2021-32469

8.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Mediatek
Status
Mt7603e Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 December 2021

Summary

NETGEAR devices utilizing certain MediaTek microchips have a vulnerability that mishandles the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) protocol, which can lead to an out-of-bounds read situation. This affects multiple chipsets including MT7603E, MT7610, MT7612, MT7613, MT7615, MT7620, MT7622, MT7628, MT7629, and MT7915. Users and organizations should be aware of this vulnerability to ensure their network security and mitigate potential risks.

References

https://kb.netgear.com/000064368/Security-Advisory-for-Wi...
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https://corp.mediatek.com/product-security-bulletin/Janua...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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