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CRITICAL

CVE-2021-42911

CVSS v3

9.8

CRITICAL

EPSS Score

3.9 %

exploit probability

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

A Format String vulnerability exists in DrayTek Vigor 2960 <= 1.5.1.3, DrayTek Vigor 3900 <= 1.5.1.3, and DrayTek Vigor 300B <= 1.5.1.3 in the mainfunction.cgi file via a crafted HTTP message containing malformed QUERY STRING, which could let a remote malicious user execute arbitrary code.

Technical details

Published
2022-03-29

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-42911?

A Format String vulnerability exists in DrayTek Vigor 2960 <= 1.5.1.3, DrayTek Vigor 3900 <= 1.5.1.3, and DrayTek Vigor 300B <= 1.5.1.3 in the mainfunction.cgi file via a crafted HTTP message containing malformed QUERY STRING, which could let a remote malicious user execute arbitrary code.

Is CVE-2021-42911 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2021-42911 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 3.9%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2021-42911?

CVE-2021-42911 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity).

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