CVE-2017-15323 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2017-15323 affecting Huawei DP300, NIP6600, Secospace USG6500, and more. Find out how attackers exploit input validation to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) attack.
Huawei DP300, NIP6600, Secospace USG6500, TE60, TP3106, VP9660, ViewPoint 8660, ViewPoint 9030, eCNS210_TD, and eSpace U1981 products are vulnerable to a Denial of Service (DoS) attack due to a lack of proper input validation, leading to memory exhaustion.
Understanding CVE-2017-15323
This CVE identifies a vulnerability in various Huawei products that can be exploited by attackers to cause a DoS condition.
What is CVE-2017-15323?
The vulnerability in Huawei products allows attackers to flood devices with malicious messages, causing memory exhaustion and a DoS situation.
The Impact of CVE-2017-15323
The vulnerability can result in a complete denial of service, disrupting the normal operation of affected Huawei devices.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-15323
This section provides detailed technical information about the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
Attackers can exploit the lack of input validation in Huawei products to overwhelm devices with malicious messages, leading to memory exhaustion and a DoS condition.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Huawei DP300 V500R002C00
- NIP6600 V500R001C00, V500R001C20, V500R001C30
- Secospace USG6500 V500R001C00, V500R001C20, V500R001C30
- TE60 V100R001C01, V100R001C10, V100R003C00, V500R002C00, V600R006C00
- TP3106 V100R001C06, V100R002C00
- VP9660 V200R001C02, V200R001C30, V500R002C00, V500R002C10
- ViewPoint 8660 V100R008C03
- ViewPoint 9030 V100R011C02, V100R011C03
- eCNS210_TD V100R004C10
- eSpace U1981 V200R003C30
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers craft and send malformed messages to targeted Huawei devices, exploiting the lack of input validation to exhaust device memory and trigger a DoS condition.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from the CVE-2017-15323 vulnerability is crucial for maintaining security.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply vendor-supplied patches or updates to mitigate the vulnerability.
- Implement network-level protections to filter out malicious traffic targeting the affected Huawei products.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and audit network traffic for any unusual patterns that may indicate a DoS attack.
- Train personnel on recognizing and responding to potential DoS threats.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security advisories from Huawei and promptly apply recommended patches to address vulnerabilities.