CVE-2017-17160: Buffer Overflow
Huawei AR120-S V200R006C10, V200R007C00, AR1200 V200R006C10, V200R006C13, V200R007C00, V200R007C02, AR1200-S V200R006C10, V200R007C00, V200R008C20, AR150 V200R006C10, V200R007C00, V200R007C02, AR150-S V200R006C10, V200R007C00, AR160 V200R006C10, V200R006C12, V200R007C00, V200R007C02, AR200 V200R006C10, V200R007C00, AR200-S V200R006C10, V200R007C00, AR2200 V200R006C10, V200R006C13, V200R006C16PWE, V200R007C00, V200R007C02, AR2200-S V200R006C10, V200R007C00, V200R008C20, AR3200 V200R006C10, V200R006C11, V200R007C00, V200R007C02, AR3600 V200R006C10, V200R007C00, AR510 V200R006C12, V200R006C13, V200R006C15, V200R006C16, V200R006C17, V200R007C00, NetEngine16EX V200R006C10, V200R007C00, SRG1300 V200R006C10, V200R007C00, V200R007C02, SRG2300 V200R006C10, V200R007C00, V200R007C02, SRG3300 V200R006C10, V200R007C00 have a buffer overflow vulnerability due to incomplete range checks of the input data. An unauthenticated, remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending malicious IKE packets to the targeted device. An exploit could allow the attacker to cause the device to write out of bound and restart.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-17160?
CVE-2017-17160 has a high severity rating due to its potential impact on affected devices.
How do I fix CVE-2017-17160?
To fix CVE-2017-17160, update the firmware of your vulnerable Huawei devices to the latest version recommended by Huawei.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2017-17160?
CVE-2017-17160 affects several Huawei devices including AR120-S, AR1200, AR150, AR160, and AR200 models among others.
What are potential risks associated with CVE-2017-17160?
The potential risks include unauthorized access and the ability to execute remote commands on the affected devices.
Are there any mitigations available for CVE-2017-17160?
While updating firmware is the primary fix, limiting access to the affected devices can serve as a temporary mitigation strategy.