CVE-2021-21950CWE-119

An out-of-bounds write vulnerability exists in the CMD_DEVICE_GET_SERVER_LIST_REQUEST functionality of the home_security binary of Anker Eufy Homebase 2…

Critical · published December 8, 2021

CVSS v3.0
10.0
EPSS
2%
Percentile
84.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An out-of-bounds write vulnerability could turn your Anker Eufy Homebase 2 into a hacker's playground! 🔥 Think of it like a security guard who lets in any package without checking what's inside — a crafty delivery could lead to all sorts of mischief inside your home! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on your device, potentially giving them full control of your home security system. This could lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or even complete system failure. The thought of someone hijacking your home security is absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a security guard who lets in any package without checking what's inside — a crafty delivery could lead to all sorts of mischief inside your home! This vulnerability occurs in the CMD_DEVICE_GET_SERVER_LIST_REQUEST functionality of the home_security binary, where a specially-crafted network packet can trigger an out-of-bounds write, allowing attackers to execute code.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on your device, potentially giving them full control of your home security system. This could lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or even complete system failure. The thought of someone hijacking your home security is absolutely devastating! Update to the latest firmware version (2.1.6.10 or later) to patch this vulnerability immediately. Ensure your security settings are robust and consider changing any default credentials that could allow unauthorized access. Regularly monitor your device for unusual activity. You’ve got this! Take these steps to secure your home, and your security hero status will be activated! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
10.0 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02484 · 84.5th percentile
Weakness
CWE-119 · Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer
Published
2021-12-08T21:28Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 DEC 21:28Z
    An out-of-bounds write vulnerability exists in the CMD_DEVICE_GET_SERVER_LIST_REQUEST functionality of the home_security binary of Anker Eufy Homebase 2…
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