CVE-2002-2159: Critical severity LinkSys BEFSR11 vulnerability

Published Dec 31, 2002
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Updated

Linksys EtherFast Cable/DSL BEFSR11, BEFSR41 and BEFSRU31 with the firmware 1.42.7 upgrade installed opens TCP port 5678 for remote administration even when the "Block WAN" and "Remote Admin" options are disabled, which allows remote attackers to gain access.

Affected Software

3 affected components
LinkSys BEFSR11=1.42.7
LinkSys BEFSR41=1.42.7
LinkSys BEFSRU31=1.42.7

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Configuration

    In the router web administration interface, verify that the 'Remote Admin' setting is set to disabled.

    Linksys BEFSR11 / BEFSR41 / BEFSRU31 (firmware 1.42.7) Remote Admin = disabled
  2. Configuration

    In the router web administration interface, verify that the 'Block WAN' setting is set to enabled.

    Linksys BEFSR11 / BEFSR41 / BEFSRU31 (firmware 1.42.7) Block WAN = enabled
  3. Compensating control

    Block inbound TCP port 5678 at the network perimeter (firewall/ACL) or via upstream network controls for networks containing affected Linksys BEFSR11, BEFSR41, and BEFSRU31 devices to prevent remote administration access.

  4. Operational

    Inventory Linksys BEFSR11, BEFSR41, and BEFSRU31 devices and identify any units with firmware version 1.42.7 installed.

Event History

Dec 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Nov 17, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:17 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:17 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-2159?

CVE-2002-2159 is considered to have a medium severity due to the potential for unauthorized remote access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-2159?

To fix CVE-2002-2159, upgrade the firmware of the affected Linksys models to a version that does not have this vulnerability.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2002-2159?

The devices affected by CVE-2002-2159 include the Linksys EtherFast Cable/DSL BEFSR11, BEFSR41, and BEFSRU31 running firmware version 1.42.7.

4

What is the risk associated with CVE-2002-2159?

The risk associated with CVE-2002-2159 is that remote attackers can gain access to the device due to an open TCP port 5678.

5

Is it possible to disable the remote administration feature on affected devices with CVE-2002-2159?

Yes, although the remote administration feature can be disabled, CVE-2002-2159 allows access despite these settings.

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