CVE-2021-41873

CVE-2021-41873 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Skyworth Penguin Aurora Box Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 10.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Penguin Aurora TV Box 41502 is a high-end network HD set-top box produced by Tencent Video and Skyworth Digital. An unauthorized access vulnerability exists in the Penguin Aurora Box. An attacker can use the vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to a specific link to remotely control the TV.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-41873?
Penguin Aurora TV Box 41502 is a high-end network HD set-top box produced by Tencent Video and Skyworth Digital. An unauthorized access vulnerability exists in the Penguin Aurora Box. An attacker can use the vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to a specific link to remotely control the TV.
How severe is CVE-2021-41873?
CVE-2021-41873 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 10.0, rated critical 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 high.
Is CVE-2021-41873 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (56th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-41873?
CVE-2021-41873 affects Skyworth Penguin Aurora Box Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-41873?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2021-41873 published?
CVE-2021-41873 was published on 2021-10-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)