CVE-2021-29081: Buffer Overflow
Certain NETGEAR devices are affected by a stack-based buffer overflow by an unauthenticated attacker. This affects RBW30 before 2.6.2.2, RBK852 before 3.2.17.12, RBK853 before 3.2.17.12, RBK854 before 3.2.17.12, RBR850 before 3.2.17.12, RBS850 before 3.2.17.12, RBK752 before 3.2.17.12, RBK753 before 3.2.17.12, RBK753S before 3.2.17.12, RBK754 before 3.2.17.12, RBR750 before 3.2.17.12, and RBS750 before 3.2.17.12.
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Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-29081?
CVE-2021-29081 is a vulnerability that affects certain NETGEAR devices, allowing an unauthenticated attacker to perform a stack-based buffer overflow.
Which NETGEAR devices are affected by CVE-2021-29081?
RBW30 before 2.6.2.2, RBK852 before 3.2.17.12, RBK853 before 3.2.17.12, RBK854 before 3.2.17.12, RBR850 before 3.2.17.12, RBS850 before 3.2.17.12, RBK752 before 3.2.17.12, RBK753 before 3.2.17.12.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-29081?
CVE-2021-29081 has a severity score of 8.4 and is classified as high.
How can an unauthenticated attacker exploit CVE-2021-29081?
An unauthenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2021-29081 by performing a stack-based buffer overflow, gaining unauthorized access to the affected NETGEAR devices.
How can I fix CVE-2021-29081?
To fix CVE-2021-29081, update the firmware of the affected NETGEAR devices to version RBW30 2.6.2.2, RBK852 3.2.17.12, RBK853 3.2.17.12, RBK854 3.2.17.12, RBR850 3.2.17.12, RBS850 3.2.17.12, RBK752 3.2.17.12, or RBK753 3.2.17.12.