CVE-2021-46381

CVE-2021-46381 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dlink Dap-1620 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 58% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-22.

Key facts

Description

Local File Inclusion due to path traversal in D-Link DAP-1620 leads to unauthorized internal files reading [/etc/passwd] and [/etc/shadow].

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-46381?
Local File Inclusion due to path traversal in D-Link DAP-1620 leads to unauthorized internal files reading [/etc/passwd] and [/etc/shadow].
How severe is CVE-2021-46381?
CVE-2021-46381 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 high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2021-46381 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 58% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-46381?
CVE-2021-46381 affects Dlink Dap-1620 Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-46381?
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-2021-46381 published?
CVE-2021-46381 was published on 2022-03-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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