Lack of Transport Encryption in Philips Hue Bridge by Philips
CVE-2017-14797

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Philips
Status
Hue Bridge Bsb002 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 October 2017

What is CVE-2017-14797?

The Philips Hue Bridge BSB002 SW 1707040932 is vulnerable due to a lack of transport encryption in its public API, which allows attackers on the local network to intercept HTTP traffic. This vulnerability enables unauthorized users to capture API keys, effectively bypassing the pushlink protection mechanism and gaining complete control over the connected accessories. Securing API communications is crucial to prevent potential unauthorized access and ensure the integrity of connected devices.

References

https://www.tiferrei.com/philips-we-need-to-talk
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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