CVE-2021-37561: Critical severity mediatek mt7603e firmware vulnerability
MediaTek microchips, as used in NETGEAR devices through 2021-11-11 and other devices, mishandle the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) protocol. (Affected Chipsets MT7603E, MT7610, MT7612, MT7613, MT7615, MT7620, MT7622, MT7628, MT7629, MT7915; Affected Software Versions 7.4.0.0; Out-of-bounds write).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-37561?
CVE-2021-37561 refers to a vulnerability in MediaTek microchips used in NETGEAR devices and other devices that mishandle the WPS protocol.
Which chipsets are affected by CVE-2021-37561?
The affected chipsets for CVE-2021-37561 include MT7603E, MT7610, MT7612, MT7613, MT7615, MT7620, MT7622, MT7628, MT7629, and MT7915.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-37561?
CVE-2021-37561 has a severity level of 8.8, which is considered critical.
How does CVE-2021-37561 affect NETGEAR devices?
CVE-2021-37561 affects NETGEAR devices that use MediaTek microchips by mishandling the WPS protocol.
How can I fix the vulnerability CVE-2021-37561?
To fix the vulnerability CVE-2021-37561, it is recommended to update the affected software versions to 7.4.0.0 or higher.