Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability in MediaTek Microchips Used in NETGEAR Devices
CVE-2021-37583

8.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Mediatek
Status
Mt7603e Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 December 2021

What is CVE-2021-37583?

The vulnerability involves a flaw in MediaTek microchips that affects NETGEAR devices, where improper handling of the IEEE 1905 protocols can lead to an out-of-bounds write. This issue arises due to the mishandling of data, allowing potential unauthorized access or manipulation of sensitive data within affected devices. The specific chipsets impacted include MT7603E, MT7613, MT7615, MT7622, MT7628, MT7629, and MT7915, with specific software versions being affected.

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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CVE-2021-37583 : Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability in MediaTek Microchips Used in NETGEAR Devices