CVE-2021-20091: Code Injection

Published Apr 29, 2021
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Updated

The web interfaces of Buffalo WSR-2533DHPL2 firmware version <= 1.02 and WSR-2533DHP3 firmware version <= 1.24 do not properly sanitize user input. An authenticated remote attacker could leverage this vulnerability to alter device configuration, potentially gaining remote code execution.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Buffalo Wsr-2533dhpl2-bk Firmware<=1.02
Buffalo Wsr-2533dhpl2-bk
Buffalo Wsr-2533dhp3-bk Firmware<=1.24
Buffalo Wsr-2533dhp3-bk

Event History

Apr 29, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:29 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:29 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-20091?

CVE-2021-20091 is a vulnerability in Buffalo WSR-2533DHPL2 firmware version <= 1.02 and WSR-2533DHP3 firmware version <= 1.24 that allows an authenticated remote attacker to alter device configuration and potentially gain remote code execution.

2

How does CVE-2021-20091 affect Buffalo WSR-2533DHPL2 firmware?

CVE-2021-20091 affects Buffalo WSR-2533DHPL2 firmware version <= 1.02 by not properly sanitizing user input, which can be exploited by an authenticated remote attacker to alter device configuration and potentially achieve remote code execution.

3

How does CVE-2021-20091 impact Buffalo WSR-2533DHP3 firmware?

CVE-2021-20091 impacts Buffalo WSR-2533DHP3 firmware version <= 1.24 by not properly sanitizing user input, allowing an authenticated remote attacker to manipulate device configuration and potentially execute code remotely.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2021-20091?

CVE-2021-20091 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).

5

How can I mitigate CVE-2021-20091?

To mitigate CVE-2021-20091, update Buffalo WSR-2533DHPL2 firmware to version 1.03 or later, and update Buffalo WSR-2533DHP3 firmware to version 1.25 or later.

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