CVE-2017-11567: CSRF
First published: Thu Sep 07 2017(Updated: )
Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in Mongoose Web Server before 6.9 allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of users for requests that modify Mongoose.conf via a request to __mg_admin?save. NOTE: this issue can be leveraged to execute arbitrary code remotely.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cesanta Mongoose | <=6.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11567?
CVE-2017-11567 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to hijack user authentication.
How does CVE-2017-11567 exploit work?
CVE-2017-11567 exploits a cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in Mongoose Web Server by using unauthorized requests to modify configuration settings.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-11567?
CVE-2017-11567 affects Mongoose Web Server versions prior to 6.9.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11567?
To fix CVE-2017-11567, upgrade to Mongoose Web Server version 6.9 or later.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2017-11567?
The consequences of CVE-2017-11567 include the risk of remote code execution and unauthorized actions on the server.
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