CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2007-5474: Input Validation

First published: Fri Sep 05 2008(Updated: )

The driver for the Linksys WRT350N Wi-Fi access point with firmware 2.00.17 on the Atheros AR5416-AC1E chipset does not properly parse the Atheros vendor-specific information element in an association request, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (device reboot or hang) or possibly execute arbitrary code via an Atheros information element with an invalid length, as demonstrated by an element that is too long.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Atheros AR5416-AC1E Chipset
Cisco Linksys WRT350N=2.00.17

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2007-5474?

    CVE-2007-5474 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2007-5474?

    To fix CVE-2007-5474, you should update the firmware of the Linksys WRT350N to a version that addresses this issue.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2007-5474?

    Users of the Linksys WRT350N with firmware version 2.00.17 and the Atheros AR5416-AC1E chipset are affected by CVE-2007-5474.

  • What type of attack is described by CVE-2007-5474?

    CVE-2007-5474 describes an attack that can lead to a denial of service, resulting in device reboots.

  • Is remote access necessary for exploiting CVE-2007-5474?

    Yes, CVE-2007-5474 requires remote authenticated access to exploit the vulnerability.

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