CVE-2021-20642: Medium severity logitech lan-w300n/rs firmware vulnerability

Published Feb 12, 2021
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Updated

Improper check or handling of exceptional conditions in LOGITEC LAN-W300N/RS allows a remote attacker to cause a denial-of-service (DoS) condition by sending a specially crafted URL.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Logitech Lan-w300n\/rs Firmware
Logitech Lan-w300n\/rs

Event History

Feb 12, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:15 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:15 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-20642?

CVE-2021-20642 has a severity level classified as medium due to its potential to cause a denial-of-service (DoS) condition.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-20642?

To mitigate CVE-2021-20642, it is recommended to update the firmware of the Logitech LAN-W300N/RS to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What kind of attack is associated with CVE-2021-20642?

CVE-2021-20642 is associated with remote denial-of-service (DoS) attacks that can be triggered by sending specially crafted URLs.

4

What products are affected by CVE-2021-20642?

The vulnerability CVE-2021-20642 affects the Logitech LAN-W300N/RS device and its associated firmware.

5

Can CVE-2021-20642 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-20642 can be exploited remotely by an attacker sending a specially crafted URL to the affected device.

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