CVE-2021-34173
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.47%
Last modified
CVE-2021-34173 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An attacker can cause a Denial of Service and kernel panic in v4.2 and earlier versions of Espressif esp32 via a malformed beacon csa frame. The device requires a reboot to recover.. EPSS estimates a 1.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An attacker can cause a Denial of Service and kernel panic in v4.2 and earlier versions of Espressif esp32 via a malformed beacon csa frame. The device requires a reboot to recover.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Espressif | Esp32 Firmware | <= 4.2 |
References
- https://github.com/E7merThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/E7mer/OWFuzzExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/E7merThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/E7mer/OWFuzzExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-34173?
An attacker can cause a Denial of Service and kernel panic in v4.2 and earlier versions of Espressif esp32 via a malformed beacon csa frame. The device requires a reboot to recover.
How severe is CVE-2021-34173?
CVE-2021-34173 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-34173?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-34173?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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