CVE-2021-37569: Critical severity mediatek mt7603e firmware vulnerability
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).
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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.