CVE-2021-1297: Cisco Small Business RV160, RV160W, RV260, RV260P, and RV260W VPN Routers Arbitrary File Write Vulnerabilities
First published: Thu Feb 04 2021(Updated: )
Multiple vulnerabilities in the web-based management interface of Cisco Small Business RV160, RV160W, RV260, RV260P, and RV260W VPN Routers could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct directory traversal attacks and overwrite certain files that should be restricted on an affected system. These vulnerabilities are due to insufficient input validation. An attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities by using the web-based management interface to upload a file to location on an affected device that they should not have access to. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to overwrite files on the file system of the affected device.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco RV160W Wireless-AC VPN Router Firmware | <1.0.01.02 | |
| Cisco RV160W Wireless-AC VPN Router Firmware | ||
| Cisco RV260W Wireless-AC VPN Router Firmware | <1.0.01.02 | |
| Cisco RV260 VPN Router firmware | ||
| Cisco RV260P VPN Router with PoE | <1.0.01.02 | |
| Cisco RV260P VPN Router with PoE | ||
| Cisco RV260W Wireless-AC VPN Router Firmware | <1.0.01.02 | |
| Cisco RV260W Wireless-AC VPN Router Firmware | ||
| Cisco RV160W Wireless-AC VPN Router Firmware | <1.0.01.02 | |
| Cisco RV160W wireless-ac VPN Router |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-1297?
CVE-2021-1297 has been assessed with a high severity rating due to the potential for unauthenticated remote attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2021-1297?
To mitigate CVE-2021-1297, update your Cisco RV160, RV160W, RV260, RV260P, or RV260W VPN Router to the latest firmware version.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2021-1297?
CVE-2021-1297 could allow attackers to perform directory traversal attacks and overwrite restricted files on affected routers.
Which Cisco products are affected by CVE-2021-1297?
CVE-2021-1297 affects the Cisco RV160, RV160W, RV260, RV260P, and RV260W VPN Routers running specific firmware versions.
Is there a public exploit for CVE-2021-1297?
As of now, there are no confirmed public exploits for CVE-2021-1297, but the vulnerability's nature suggests it could be targeted.
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