7.8
CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-41788: Input Validation

First published: Sat Dec 25 2021(Updated: )

MediaTek microchips, as used in NETGEAR devices through 2021-12-13 and other devices, mishandle attempts at Wi-Fi authentication flooding. (Affected Chipsets MT7603E, MT7612, MT7613, MT7615, MT7622, MT7628, MT7629, MT7915; Affected Software Versions 7.4.0.0).

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Mediatek Mt7603e Firmware=7.4.0.0
Mediatek Mt7603e
Mediatek Mt7612 Firmware=7.4.0.0
Mediatek Mt7612
Mediatek Mt7613 Firmware=7.4.0.0
Mediatek Mt7613
Mediatek Mt7615 Firmware=7.4.0.0
Mediatek Mt7615
Mediatek Mt7622 Firmware=7.4.0.0
Mediatek Mt7622
Mediatek Mt7628 Firmware=7.4.0.0
Mediatek Mt7628
Mediatek Mt7629 Firmware=7.4.0.0
Mediatek Mt7629
Mediatek Mt7915 Firmware=7.4.0.0
Mediatek Mt7915

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

    The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2021-41788.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-41788?

    The severity of CVE-2021-41788 is high with a severity value of 7.5.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2021-41788?

    MediaTek microchips used in NETGEAR devices through 2021-12-13 and other devices are affected by CVE-2021-41788.

  • How does CVE-2021-41788 affect MediaTek microchips?

    CVE-2021-41788 affects MediaTek microchips by mishandling attempts at Wi-Fi authentication flooding.

  • How can I fix CVE-2021-41788?

    To fix CVE-2021-41788, it is recommended to update to the latest firmware version provided by MediaTek or NETGEAR.

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