CVE-2021-20709

Description

Improper validation of integrity check value vulnerability in NEC Aterm WF1200CR firmware Ver1.3.2 and earlier, Aterm WG1200CR firmware Ver1.3.3 and earlier, and Aterm WG2600HS firmware Ver1.5.1 and earlier allows an attacker with an administrative privilege to execute arbitrary OS commands by sending a specially crafted request to a specific URL.

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.26%
Vendor Advisory nec.com
Affected: NEC Corporation NEC Aterm devices
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-20709?
CVE-2021-20709 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-20709?
To fix CVE-2021-20709, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-20709 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-20709 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-20709?
CVE-2021-20709 affects NEC Corporation NEC Aterm devices.
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