CVE-2017-15653
First published: Wed Jan 31 2018(Updated: )
Improper administrator IP validation after his login in the HTTPd server in all current versions (<= 3.0.0.4.380.7743) of Asus asuswrt allows an unauthorized user to execute any action knowing administrator session token by using a specific User-Agent string.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Asus asuswrt | <=3.0.0.4.380.7743 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-15653?
CVE-2017-15653 is a vulnerability that allows an unauthorized user to execute any action knowing the administrator session token in Asus asuswrt versions <= 3.0.0.4.380.7743.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-15653?
CVE-2017-15653 has a severity level of 8.8 (high).
How does CVE-2017-15653 work?
CVE-2017-15653 works by improperly validating the administrator IP after login in the HTTPd server in Asus asuswrt versions <= 3.0.0.4.380.7743, allowing unauthorized users to execute actions with the administrator session token.
How can I fix CVE-2017-15653?
To fix CVE-2017-15653, update Asus asuswrt to a version higher than 3.0.0.4.380.7743.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-15653?
You can find more information about CVE-2017-15653 at the following references: [link1](http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/145921/ASUSWRT-3.0.0.4.382.18495-Session-Hijacking-Information-Disclosure.html) and [link2](http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Jan/63).
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