CWE
787
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-37569

First published: Sat Dec 25 2021(Updated: )

MediaTek microchips, as used in NETGEAR devices through 2021-11-11 and other devices, mishandle IEEE 1905 protocols. (Affected Chipsets MT7603E, MT7613, MT7615, MT7622, MT7628, MT7629, MT7915; Affected Software Versions 2.0.2; Out-of-bounds write).

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Mediatek Mt7603e Firmware=2.0.2
Mediatek Mt7603e
Mediatek Mt7613 Firmware=2.0.2
Mediatek Mt7613
Mediatek Mt7615 Firmware=2.0.2
Mediatek Mt7615
Mediatek Mt7622 Firmware=2.0.2
Mediatek Mt7622
Mediatek Mt7628 Firmware=2.0.2
Mediatek Mt7628
Mediatek Mt7629 Firmware=2.0.2
Mediatek Mt7629
Mediatek Mt7915 Firmware=2.0.2
Mediatek Mt7915

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-37569?

    CVE-2021-37569 is a vulnerability that affects MediaTek microchips used in NETGEAR devices and other devices, leading to mishandling of IEEE 1905 protocols.

  • Which chipsets are affected by CVE-2021-37569?

    The affected chipsets are MT7603E, MT7613, MT7615, MT7622, MT7628, MT7629, and MT7915.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-37569?

    CVE-2021-37569 has a severity rating of 8.8, which is considered critical.

  • How does CVE-2021-37569 impact NETGEAR devices and other affected devices?

    CVE-2021-37569 can result in out-of-bounds write vulnerabilities due to the mishandling of IEEE 1905 protocols.

  • How can I fix the CVE-2021-37569 vulnerability?

    To fix the CVE-2021-37569 vulnerability, it is recommended to update the affected MediaTek microchip firmware to version 2.0.2 or later.

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