CVE-2015-6397: Critical severity cisco rv110w wireless-n vpn firewall firmware vulnerability

Published Aug 8, 2016
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Updated

Cisco RV110W, RV130W, and RV215W devices have an incorrect RBAC configuration for the default account, which allows remote authenticated users to obtain root access via a login session with that account, aka Bug IDs CSCuv90139, CSCux58175, and CSCux73557.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Cisco Rv110w Wireless-n Vpn Firewall Firmware
Cisco RV110W Wireless-N VPN Firewall
Cisco Rv130w Wireless-n Multifunction Vpn Router Firmware
Cisco RV130W Wireless-N Multifunction VPN Router
Cisco Rv215w Wireless-n Vpn Router Firmware
Cisco RV215W Wireless-N VPN Router

Event History

Aug 8, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-6397?

CVE-2015-6397 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote authenticated users to gain root access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-6397?

To mitigate CVE-2015-6397, it is recommended to change the default account credentials and apply any available firmware updates from Cisco.

3

Which Cisco devices are affected by CVE-2015-6397?

CVE-2015-6397 affects the Cisco RV110W, RV130W, and RV215W devices due to an incorrect RBAC configuration.

4

Can CVE-2015-6397 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-6397 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users who can access the devices.

5

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2015-6397?

Exploiting CVE-2015-6397 can allow an attacker to obtain root-level access to the affected Cisco devices.

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