Improper Permissions Handling in FiberHome LM53Q1 Devices
CVE-2017-16885

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Fiberhome

Status
Lm53q1 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 January 2018

What is CVE-2017-16885?

The FiberHome LM53Q1 device suffers from an improper permissions handling vulnerability that enables remote attackers to access sensitive information without authentication. This includes details such as device version, firmware ID, and connected users along with their MAC addresses. The vulnerability poses a significant risk, as attackers can exploit it to gather critical data without needing valid credentials.

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43460/
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http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Jan/28
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EPSS Score

11% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

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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