Description
The Microsoft wireless keyboard uses XOR encryption with a key derived from the MAC address, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain keystroke information and inject arbitrary commands via a nearby wireless device, as demonstrated by Keykeriki 2.
Metrics
CVSS 2.0 7.6/10
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:CWeakness enumeration
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| n/a | n/a | n/a |
References
- http://www.remote-exploit.org/?p=437Exploit
- http://www.theregister.co.uk/2010/03/26/open_source_wireless_sniffer/Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/57978
- http://www.remote-exploit.org/?p=437Exploit
- http://www.theregister.co.uk/2010/03/26/open_source_wireless_sniffer/Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/57978
Timeline
- Published
- Mar 29, 2010
- Last modified
- Jun 16, 2026
- NVD status
- Modified