CVE-2021-20166: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 30, 2021
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Updated

Netgear RAX43 version 1.0.3.96 contains a buffer overrun vulnerability. The URL parsing functionality in the cgi-bin endpoint of the router containers a buffer overrun issue that can redirection control flow of the applicaiton.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Netgear Rax43 Firmware=1.0.3.96
Netgear RAX43

Event History

Dec 30, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:31 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:31 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-20166?

CVE-2021-20166 is a buffer overrun vulnerability in Netgear RAX43 version 1.0.3.96.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-20166?

CVE-2021-20166 has a severity value of 8.8 (high).

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2021-20166?

Netgear RAX43 version 1.0.3.96 is affected by CVE-2021-20166.

4

How does CVE-2021-20166 impact the router?

CVE-2021-20166 can allow an attacker to control the redirection flow of the Netgear RAX43 router.

5

Is Netgear RAX43 vulnerable to CVE-2021-20166?

Netgear RAX43 version 1.0.3.96 is vulnerable to CVE-2021-20166.

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