7.8
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-20157

First published: Thu Dec 30 2021(Updated: )

It is possible for an unauthenticated, malicious user to force the device to reboot due to a hidden administrative command.

Credit: vulnreport@tenable.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
TRENDnet TEW-827DRU firmware
TRENDnet TEW-827DRU

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-20157?

    CVE-2021-20157 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized device rebooting.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-20157?

    To fix CVE-2021-20157, update the firmware of the TRENDnet TEW-827DRU to the latest version provided by the vendor.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2021-20157?

    CVE-2021-20157 affects devices running specific versions of the TRENDnet TEW-827DRU firmware and hardware.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2021-20157 facilitate?

    CVE-2021-20157 allows an unauthenticated malicious user to remotely force a device reboot.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-20157?

    Currently, there is no known workaround for CVE-2021-20157; applying firmware updates is the recommended action.

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