CVE-2021-37566 Memory corruption in n/a
Out-of-bounds write in MediaTek Wi-Fi chipsets allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via IEEE 1905 protocol handling.
- 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-2021-37566?
CVE-2021-37566 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 25 Dec 2021. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
MediaTek microchips, as used in NETGEAR devices through 2021-11-11 and other devices, mishandle IEEE 1905 protocols. (Affected Chipsets MT7603E, MT7610, MT7613, MT7615, MT7620, MT7622, MT7628, MT7629, MT7915; Affected Software Versions 2.0.2; Out-of-bounds write).
Weakness: CWE-787
Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-37566?
It affects 9 products.
Products include Mediatek Mt7603e Firmware, Mediatek Mt7610 Firmware, Mediatek Mt7613 Firmware, Mediatek Mt7615 Firmware, Mediatek Mt7620 Firmware, Mediatek Mt7622 Firmware and 3 more.
How do I fix CVE-2021-37566?
No fix has been published for CVE-2021-37566 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-2021-37566 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-37566 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-7wwp-gp85-fwg7.