Remote Password Change Vulnerability in ASUS Routers
CVE-2017-14698

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Asus
Status
Dsl-ac51 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 January 2018

What is CVE-2017-14698?

ASUS routers, including models such as DSL-AC51 and DSL-N55U, are susceptible to a vulnerability that enables remote attackers to modify user passwords unauthorizedly. This is executed through the http_passwd parameter in mod_login.asp, allowing for potential unauthorized access and control over the affected routers. Users are advised to implement necessary security measures to safeguard their networks.

References

https://www.securityartwork.es/2018/01/25/some-vulnerabil...
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https://www.asus.com/Networking/DSL-N14U-B1/HelpDesk_BIOS/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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