8.8
CWE
352
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-5891: CSRF

First published: Wed May 10 2017(Updated: )

ASUS RT-AC* and RT-N* devices with firmware before 3.0.0.4.380.7378 have Login Page CSRF and Save Settings CSRF.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ASUS RT-AC1750 B1 Firmware=3.0.0.4.380.7266
ASUS RT-AC1750 B1 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-5891?

    CVE-2017-5891 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access to router configuration.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-5891?

    To fix CVE-2017-5891, upgrade your ASUS RT-AC* and RT-N* devices firmware to version 3.0.0.4.380.7378 or later.

  • What types of attacks can CVE-2017-5891 facilitate?

    CVE-2017-5891 allows attackers to exploit Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerabilities to change router settings without user consent.

  • Which ASUS devices are affected by CVE-2017-5891?

    CVE-2017-5891 affects ASUS RT-AC and RT-N series devices that are running firmware versions prior to 3.0.0.4.380.7378.

  • What can happen if I don’t address CVE-2017-5891?

    If CVE-2017-5891 is not addressed, it may lead to unauthorized configuration changes or access to the network.

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