CVE-2017-14418
First published: Wed Sep 13 2017(Updated: )
The D-Link NPAPI extension, as used in conjunction with D-Link DIR-850L REV. B (with firmware through FW208WWb02) devices, sends the cleartext admin password over the Internet as part of interaction with mydlink Cloud Services.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| D-Link DIR-850L firmware | <=fw208wwb02 | |
| D-Link DIR-850L Firmware | ||
| dlink DIR-850L firmware | <=fw208wwb02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-14418?
CVE-2017-14418 is considered to be a high severity vulnerability due to the exposure of cleartext admin passwords over the Internet.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14418?
To mitigate CVE-2017-14418, update the D-Link DIR-850L router firmware to a version later than FW208WWb02.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-14418?
Users of the D-Link DIR-850L devices with firmware versions through FW208WWb02 are vulnerable to CVE-2017-14418.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-14418?
CVE-2017-14418 is a security vulnerability related to insecure transmission of sensitive information.
What devices are impacted by CVE-2017-14418?
The D-Link DIR-850L devices equipped with the specified firmware version through FW208WWb02 are impacted by CVE-2017-14418.
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