CVE-2016-8720
First published: Thu Apr 13 2017(Updated: )
An exploitable HTTP Header Injection vulnerability exists in the Web Application functionality of the Moxa AWK-3131A Wireless Access Point running firmware 1.1. A specially crafted HTTP request can inject a payload in the bkpath parameter which will be copied in to Location header of the HTTP response.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Moxa AWK-3131A firmware | =1.1 | |
| Moxa Awk-1131A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8720?
CVE-2016-8720 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for HTTP Header Injection.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8720?
To fix CVE-2016-8720, update the Moxa AWK-3131A firmware to a version later than 1.1.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-8720?
CVE-2016-8720 affects the Moxa AWK-3131A Wireless Access Point running firmware 1.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-8720?
CVE-2016-8720 is categorized as an HTTP Header Injection vulnerability.
Can CVE-2016-8720 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-8720 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted HTTP requests.
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