CWE
203
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-27342

First published: Mon May 17 2021(Updated: )

An authentication brute-force protection mechanism bypass in telnetd in D-Link Router model DIR-842 firmware version 3.0.2 allows a remote attacker to circumvent the anti-brute-force cool-down delay period via a timing-based side-channel attack

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
TP-Link WR842ND<=3.0.2
Dlink DIR-842E Firmware=r1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-27342?

    CVE-2021-27342 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for remote exploitation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-27342?

    To mitigate CVE-2021-27342, update the D-Link DIR-842 firmware to version 3.0.3 or later.

  • What effects does CVE-2021-27342 have on my D-Link router?

    CVE-2021-27342 allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication brute-force protection mechanisms on affected D-Link routers.

  • Which D-Link router models are affected by CVE-2021-27342?

    CVE-2021-27342 specifically affects the D-Link DIR-842 with firmware version up to 3.0.2.

  • Can CVE-2021-27342 be exploited without physical access to the router?

    Yes, CVE-2021-27342 can be exploited remotely without needing physical access to the D-Link router.

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