CVE-2016-8727: Infoleak
First published: Thu Apr 13 2017(Updated: )
An exploitable information disclosure vulnerability exists in the Web Application functionality of Moxa AWK-3131A Wireless Access Point. Retrieving a series of URLs without authentication can reveal sensitive configuration and system information to an attacker.
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-2016-8727?
CVE-2016-8727 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8727?
To mitigate CVE-2016-8727, ensure that access to the configuration URLs is restricted and that proper authentication mechanisms are in place.
What type of information can be disclosed through CVE-2016-8727?
CVE-2016-8727 can disclose sensitive configuration and system information to an attacker if accessed without authentication.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-8727?
CVE-2016-8727 specifically impacts the Moxa AWK-3131A Wireless Access Point running firmware version 1.1.
Is there a specific version of firmware that is vulnerable to CVE-2016-8727?
Yes, only Moxa AWK-3131A firmware version 1.1 is known to be vulnerable to CVE-2016-8727.
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