Out-of-Bounds Read in MediaTek Microchips Affecting NETGEAR Devices

CVE-2021-37567

Summary

MediaTek microchips utilized in various NETGEAR devices exhibit a vulnerability that mishandles IEEE 1905 protocols, leading to potential out-of-bounds read issues. This flaw affects specific chipset models and could allow attackers to exploit the protocol mishandling, potentially exposing sensitive information or altering the operations of the devices involved.

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