CWE
330
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-41061

First published: Wed Sep 15 2021(Updated: )

In RIOT-OS 2021.01, nonce reuse in 802.15.4 encryption in the ieee820154_security component allows attackers to break encryption by triggering reboots.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Riot-os Riot=2021.01

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-41061?

    CVE-2021-41061 is categorized as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to break encryption.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-41061?

    To fix CVE-2021-41061, update to the latest version of RIOT-OS that addresses the nonce reuse issue.

  • What component is affected by CVE-2021-41061?

    The ieee820154_security component in RIOT-OS 2021.01 is affected by CVE-2021-41061.

  • What are the consequences of CVE-2021-41061?

    The consequences of CVE-2021-41061 include the potential for attackers to break encryption through nonce reuse.

  • How does CVE-2021-41061 allow an attacker to exploit the system?

    CVE-2021-41061 allows an attacker to exploit the system by triggering reboots, which leads to nonce reuse in 802.15.4 encryption.

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