CVE-2021-29302 Memory corruption in n/a

High 8.1 Published Updated

A buffer overflow in the router's httpd process allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code and gain shell access.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2021-29302?

CVE-2021-29302 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 12 Apr 2021. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

TP-Link TL-WR802N(US), Archer_C50v5_US v4_200 <= 2020.06 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability in the httpd process in the body message. The attack vector is: The attacker can get shell of the router by sending a message through the network, which may lead to remote code execution.

Weakness: CWE-120

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-29302?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Tp-Link Tl-Wr802n Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2021-29302?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-29302 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2021-29302 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-29302 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-77gh-mcmc-pvr3.

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