CVE-2021-1297
CVE-2021-1297 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Rv160w Wireless-ac Vpn Router Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-22.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- CVSS v2: 9.4
- EPSS exploit prediction: 4% (88th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Cisco Rv160w Wireless-ac Vpn Router Firmware
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Description
Multiple vulnerabilities in the web-based management interface of Cisco Small Business RV160, RV160W, RV260, RV260P, and RV260W VPN Routers could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct directory traversal attacks and overwrite certain files that should be restricted on an affected system. These vulnerabilities are due to insufficient input validation. An attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities by using the web-based management interface to upload a file to location on an affected device that they should not have access to. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to overwrite files on the file system of the affected device.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-1297?
- Multiple vulnerabilities in the web-based management interface of Cisco Small Business RV160, RV160W, RV260, RV260P, and RV260W VPN Routers could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct directory traversal attacks and overwrite certain files that should be restricted on an affected system. These vulnerabilities are due to insufficient input validation. An attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities by using the web-based management interface to upload a file to location on an affected device that they should not have access to. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to overwrite files on the file system of the affected device.
- How severe is CVE-2021-1297?
- CVE-2021-1297 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2021-1297 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2021-1297?
- CVE-2021-1297 primarily affects Cisco Rv160w Wireless-ac Vpn Router Firmware. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-1297?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2021-1297 published?
- CVE-2021-1297 was published on 2021-02-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (5)
- cpe:2.3:o:cisco:rv160w_wireless-ac_vpn_router_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:cisco:rv260_vpn_router_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:cisco:rv260p_vpn_router_with_poe_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:cisco:rv260w_wireless-ac_vpn_router_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:cisco:rv160_vpn_router_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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