CVE-2017-16902 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2017-16902, a vulnerability in Vonage VDV-23 115 3.2.11-0.9.40 home router allowing attackers to trigger reboots by inputting long character sequences. Find mitigation steps here.
Vulnerability in Vonage VDV-23 115 3.2.11-0.9.40 Home Router
Understanding CVE-2017-16902
This CVE involves a vulnerability in the Vonage VDV-23 115 3.2.11-0.9.40 home router that allows an attacker to cause the router to restart by inputting a lengthy sequence of characters in the login fields.
What is CVE-2017-16902?
The vulnerability in the Vonage VDV-23 115 3.2.11-0.9.40 home router enables an attacker to trigger a reboot by sending an excessively long string of characters in the login fields.
The Impact of CVE-2017-16902
Exploiting this vulnerability can lead to a denial of service (DoS) condition, disrupting the normal operation of the affected router.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-16902
Vulnerability Description
When a lengthy sequence of characters is entered into the loginPassword or loginUsername section on the Vonage VDV-23 115 3.2.11-0.9.40 home router's goform/login, the router will restart.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Vonage VDV-23 115
- Version: 3.2.11-0.9.40
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability is exploited by inputting an excessively long string of characters into the login fields, triggering a reboot of the router.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Avoid inputting excessively long sequences of characters in the login fields.
- Regularly monitor the router for any unexpected reboots or disruptions.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Keep the router firmware up to date to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
- Implement strong password policies to prevent unauthorized access.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that the router firmware is regularly updated with the latest security patches to address and prevent vulnerabilities like CVE-2017-16902.