CVE-2015-6586: Infoleak

Published May 23, 2017
·
Updated

The mDNS module in Huawei WLAN AC6005, AC6605, and ACU2 devices with software before V200R006C00SPC100 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by leveraging failure to restrict processing of mDNS unicast queries to the link local network.

Affected Software

12 affected components
Huawei Wlan Acu2 Firmware<=v200r005c00
Huawei Wlan Acu2 Firmware<=v200r005c10
Huawei Wlan Acu2 Firmware<=v200r006c00
Huawei Wlan Acu2
Huawei Wlan Ac6005 Firmware<=v200r005c00
Huawei Wlan Ac6005 Firmware<=v200r005c10
Huawei Wlan Ac6005 Firmware<=v200r006c00
Huawei WLAN AC6005
Huawei Wlan Ac6605 Firmware<=v200r005c00
Huawei Wlan Ac6605 Firmware<=v200r005c10
Huawei Wlan Ac6605 Firmware<=v200r006c00
Huawei Wlan Ac6605

Event History

May 23, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:56 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:56 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-6586?

CVE-2015-6586 has a medium severity level, allowing attackers to obtain sensitive information.

2

How can I mitigate CVE-2015-6586?

To mitigate CVE-2015-6586, update your Huawei WLAN AC6005, AC6605, and ACU2 devices to the latest firmware version beyond v200R006C00SPC100.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2015-6586?

CVE-2015-6586 affects Huawei WLAN AC6005, AC6605, and ACU2 devices with software versions prior to V200R006C00SPC100.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2015-6586 facilitate?

CVE-2015-6586 facilitates remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability to access sensitive information through mDNS unicast queries.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-6586?

There is no official workaround for CVE-2015-6586; the only effective solution is to upgrade to the appropriate firmware version.

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