CVE-2021-40597
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.54%
Last modified
CVE-2021-40597 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The firmware of EDIMAX IC-3140W Version 3.11 is hardcoded with Administrator username and password.. EPSS estimates a 1.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The firmware of EDIMAX IC-3140W Version 3.11 is hardcoded with Administrator username and password.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Edimax | Ic-3140w Firmware | 3.11 |
References
- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DZCzVULjchY0rSJBXIPr0gJM1qWCcAZ5/view?usp=sharingMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZPFwAoO8tAD0zrWwVZ9W6-CUCrcM0Exm/view?usp=sharingExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.edimax.com/edimax/download/download/data/edimax/global/download/Product, Vendor Advisory
- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DZCzVULjchY0rSJBXIPr0gJM1qWCcAZ5/view?usp=sharingMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZPFwAoO8tAD0zrWwVZ9W6-CUCrcM0Exm/view?usp=sharingExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.edimax.com/edimax/download/download/data/edimax/global/download/Product, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-40597?
The firmware of EDIMAX IC-3140W Version 3.11 is hardcoded with Administrator username and password.
How severe is CVE-2021-40597?
CVE-2021-40597 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-40597?
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.
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