CVE-2021-34865 Vulnerability Details

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CVE-2021-34865 Metadata Quick Info

CVE Published: 25/01/2022 | CVE Updated: 04/08/2024 | CVE Year: 2021
Source: zdi | Vendor: NETGEAR | Product: Multiple Routers
Status : PUBLISHED

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CVE-2021-34865 Description

This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of multiple NETGEAR routers. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the mini_httpd service, which listens on TCP port 80 by default. The issue results from incorrect string matching logic when accessing protected pages. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-13313.

Metrics

CVSS Version: 3.1 | Base Score: n/a
Vector: n/a

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Weakness Enumeration (CWE)

CWE-ID: CWE-287
CWE Name: CWE-287: Improper Authentication
Source: NETGEAR

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Source: NVD (National Vulnerability Database).