CVE-2017-8174: Weak Encryption
First published: Wed Nov 22 2017(Updated: )
Huawei USG6300 V100R001C30SPC300 and USG6600 with software of V100R001C30SPC500,V100R001C30SPC600,V100R001C30SPC700,V100R001C30SPC800 have a weak algorithm vulnerability. Attackers may exploit the weak algorithm vulnerability to crack the cipher text and cause confidential information leaks on the transmission links.
Credit: psirt@huawei.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei USG6300E firmware | =v100r001c30spc300 | |
| Huawei Secospace USG6300 firmware | ||
| Huawei Secospace USG6600 firmware | =v100r001c30spc500 | |
| Huawei Secospace USG6600 firmware | =v100r001c30spc600 | |
| Huawei Secospace USG6600 firmware | =v100r001c30spc700 | |
| Huawei Secospace USG6600 firmware | =v100r001c30spc800 | |
| Huawei Secospace USG6600 firmware |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8174?
CVE-2017-8174 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for confidential information leaks.
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-8174?
CVE-2017-8174 affects Huawei USG6300 and USG6600 series devices running specific firmware versions V100R001C30SPC300, V100R001C30SPC500, V100R001C30SPC600, V100R001C30SPC700, and V100R001C30SPC800.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8174?
To fix CVE-2017-8174, update the affected Huawei USG6300 and USG6600 firmware to a secure version not vulnerable to this weakness.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-8174?
CVE-2017-8174 is a weak algorithm vulnerability allowing attackers to potentially crack cipher text.
Can CVE-2017-8174 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2017-8174 can lead to data breaches as it may allow unauthorized access to confidential information.
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