CVE-2014-8424: High severity arris vap2500 vulnerability
Published Nov 28, 2014
·Updated
ARRIS VAP2500 before FW08.41 does not properly validate passwords, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Arris Vap2500 Firmware<=08.41
Event History
Nov 28, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2014-8424?
CVE-2014-8424 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized remote access.
2
How do I fix CVE-2014-8424?
To mitigate CVE-2014-8424, upgrade the ARRIS VAP2500 firmware to version 08.42 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-8424?
CVE-2014-8424 is an authentication bypass vulnerability that affects the ARRIS VAP2500 device.
4
Who is affected by CVE-2014-8424?
Users of the ARRIS VAP2500 with firmware versions prior to 08.42 are affected by CVE-2014-8424.
5
Can CVE-2014-8424 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-8424 can be exploited remotely by attackers who can bypass authentication on the device.