CVE-2018-10066: High severity mikrotik routeros vulnerability

Published Apr 13, 2018

Updated

An issue was discovered in MikroTik RouterOS 6.41.4. Missing OpenVPN server certificate verification allows a remote unauthenticated attacker capable of intercepting client traffic to act as a malicious OpenVPN server. This may allow the attacker to gain access to the client's internal network (for example, at site-to-site tunnels).

Affected Software

1 affected component

Mikrotik RouterOS=6.41.4

Event History

Apr 13, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-10066?

CVE-2018-10066 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.

How do I fix CVE-2018-10066?

To fix CVE-2018-10066, upgrade MikroTik RouterOS to version 6.41.5 or later which includes a patch for this vulnerability.

What impact does CVE-2018-10066 have on MikroTik RouterOS users?

The impact of CVE-2018-10066 allows attackers to impersonate the OpenVPN server, which can lead to unauthorized access to the internal network.

Which versions of MikroTik RouterOS are affected by CVE-2018-10066?

CVE-2018-10066 affects MikroTik RouterOS version 6.41.4 specifically.

Can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-10066 remotely?

Yes, CVE-2018-10066 can be exploited by a remote unauthenticated attacker capable of intercepting client traffic.