CVE-2007-5637: Infoleak

Published Oct 23, 2007
·
Updated

The Nortel UNIStim IP Softphone 2050, IP Phone 1140E, and additional Nortel products from the IP Phone, Business Communications Manager (BCM), and other product lines allow remote attackers to eavesdrop on the physical environment via an Open Audio Stream message that enables "surveillance mode." NOTE: issues relating to a small ID number space can be leveraged to make this attack easier.

Affected Software

36 affected components
Nortel Multimedia Communication Server 5100
Nortel Multimedia Communication Server 5200
Nortel Communications Server=1000e
Nortel Communications Server=1000m
Nortel Communications Server=1000s
Nortel Communications Server=2100
Nortel Ip Audio Conference Phone 2033
Nortel Ip Phone 1110
Nortel Ip Phone 1120e
Nortel IP Phone 1140E
Nortel Ip Phone 1150e
Nortel Ip Phone 2001
Nortel Ip Phone 2002
Nortel Ip Phone 2004
Nortel Ip Phone 2007
Nortel Wlan Handset 2210
Nortel Wlan Handset 2211
Nortel Wlan Handset 2212
Nortel Wlan Handset 6120
Nortel Wlan Handset 6140
Nortel Business Communications Manager=50
Nortel Business Communications Manager=50a
Nortel Business Communications Manager=50e
Nortel Business Communications Manager=200
Nortel Business Communications Manager=400
Nortel Business Communications Manager=1000
Nortel Business Communications Manager=srg50
Nortel Business Communications Manager=srg200
Nortel Centrex Ip Client Manager
Nortel Centrex Ip Element Manager
Nortel Meridian Option 11c
Nortel Meridian Option 51c
Nortel Meridian Option 61c
Nortel Meridian Option 81c
Nortel Meridian Sl100=cs2100
Nortel Mobile Voice Client 2050

Event History

Oct 23, 2007
CVE Published
05:46 PM
Data Sourced
05:46 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-5637?

CVE-2007-5637 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for enabling eavesdropping through an Open Audio Stream.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-5637?

To address CVE-2007-5637, Nortel recommends applying the latest firmware updates and patches provided for the affected devices.

3

Which Nortel products are affected by CVE-2007-5637?

CVE-2007-5637 affects various Nortel products including IP Softphone 2050 and IP Phone 1140E among others.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2007-5637 on security?

The impact of CVE-2007-5637 allows attackers to remotely listen in on conversations, posing a significant security risk.

5

Is CVE-2007-5637 being actively exploited?

While there have been reported vulnerabilities, active exploitation of CVE-2007-5637 may vary, and organizations should remain vigilant.

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