CVE-2021-37583 Memory corruption in n/a
Attackers can exploit an out-of-bounds write in MediaTek chipsets handling IEEE 1905 protocols to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service.
- 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-2021-37583?
CVE-2021-37583 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, MT7613, MT7615, MT7622, MT7628, MT7629, MT7915; Affected Software Versions 2.0.2; Out-of-bounds write).
Weakness: CWE-787
Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-37583?
It affects 7 products.
Products include Mediatek Mt7603e Firmware, Mediatek Mt7613 Firmware, Mediatek Mt7615 Firmware, Mediatek Mt7622 Firmware, Mediatek Mt7628 Firmware, Mediatek Mt7629 Firmware and 1 more.
How do I fix CVE-2021-37583?
No fix has been published for CVE-2021-37583 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-2021-37583 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-37583 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-655g-9vp4-mphw.