CVE-2021-42783
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 3.79%
Last modified
CVE-2021-42783 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Missing Authentication for Critical Function vulnerability in debug_post_set.cgi of D-Link DWR-932C E1 firmware allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute administrative actions.. EPSS estimates a 3.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Missing Authentication for Critical Function vulnerability in debug_post_set.cgi of D-Link DWR-932C E1 firmware allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute administrative actions.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dlink | Dwr-932c E1 Firmware | <= 1.0.0.4 |
References
- https://supportannouncement.us.dlink.com/announcement/publication.aspx?name=SAP10246Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://supportannouncement.us.dlink.com/announcement/publication.aspx?name=SAP10246Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-42783?
Missing Authentication for Critical Function vulnerability in debug_post_set.cgi of D-Link DWR-932C E1 firmware allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute administrative actions.
How severe is CVE-2021-42783?
CVE-2021-42783 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-42783?
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.
How Strix Helps
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