CVE-2005-2434: Medium severity linksys wrt54g vulnerability

Published Aug 3, 2005
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Updated

Linksys WRT54G router uses the same private key and certificate for every router, which allows remote attackers to sniff the SSL connection and obtain sensitive information.

Affected Software

1 affected component
LinkSys WRT54G

Event History

Aug 3, 2005
CVE Published
04:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2005-2434?

CVE-2005-2434 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to expose sensitive information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2005-2434?

To fix CVE-2005-2434, update your Linksys WRT54G router to the latest firmware version that addresses this security vulnerability.

3

What specific issue does CVE-2005-2434 present?

CVE-2005-2434 presents a security issue where the same private key and certificate is used across multiple routers, allowing interception of SSL connections.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2005-2434?

CVE-2005-2434 affects users of the Linksys WRT54G routers that utilize the shared private key and certificate system.

5

Can CVE-2005-2434 lead to data theft?

Yes, CVE-2005-2434 can lead to data theft as attackers can sniff SSL connections to obtain sensitive information.

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