CVE-2021-41061
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.20%
Last modified
CVE-2021-41061 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In RIOT-OS 2021.01, nonce reuse in 802.15.4 encryption in the ieee820154_security component allows attackers to break encryption by triggering reboots.. EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In RIOT-OS 2021.01, nonce reuse in 802.15.4 encryption in the ieee820154_security component allows attackers to break encryption by triggering reboots.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Riot-Os | Riot | 2021.01 |
References
- https://github.com/RIOT-OS/RIOT/issues/16844Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/RIOT-OS/RIOT/issues/16844Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-41061?
In RIOT-OS 2021.01, nonce reuse in 802.15.4 encryption in the ieee820154_security component allows attackers to break encryption by triggering reboots.
How severe is CVE-2021-41061?
CVE-2021-41061 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-41061?
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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