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6.3

Router WiFi Module Leaks Sensitive Device Info

CVE-2021-26278 · published 1 year ago
Summary

The WiFi module in certain routers allows unauthorized access to sensitive information about the device, potentially exposing user data. This is a concern for users who rely on secure internet connectivity. To protect your device, ensure you're running the latest software and consider changing your router's admin password.

Original advisory text
The wifi module exposes the interface and has improper permission control, leaking sensitive information about the device.
The wifi module exposes the interface and has improper permission control, leaking sensitive information about the device.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit
  • Gives an attacker partial control
Severity
6.3 Medium
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-306Missing Authentication for Critical Function
Timeline
Published17 Dec 2024
Updated29 Oct 2026
First seen7 Mar 2026
Sources
CVE-2021-26278 · NVD
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