CVE-2021-27942

Public Exploit

Description

Vizio P65-F1 6.0.31.4-2 and E50x-E1 10.0.31.4-2 Smart TVs allow a threat actor to execute arbitrary code from a USB drive via the Smart Cast functionality, because files on the USB drive are effectively under the web root and can be executed.

6.8

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.06%

Third-Party Advisory l9group.com

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
https://www.l9group.com/advisories/vizio-tv-code-execution-from-a-usb-drive	third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-27942?: CVE-2021-27942 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-27942?: To fix CVE-2021-27942, 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-2021-27942 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2021-27942 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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