CVE-2017-18369 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2017-18369, a command injection vulnerability in TrueOnline's Billion 5200W-T router, allowing unauthorized access and potential system compromise. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures here.
TrueOnline's Billion 5200W-T 1.02b.rc5.dt49 router has a vulnerability in its Remote System Log forwarding function that allows for command injection, accessible without authentication.
Understanding CVE-2017-18369
This CVE identifies a command injection vulnerability in the Billion 5200W-T router distributed by TrueOnline.
What is CVE-2017-18369?
The Billion 5200W-T 1.02b.rc5.dt49 router from TrueOnline is susceptible to command injection through the syslogServerAddr parameter on the adv_remotelog.asp page.
The Impact of CVE-2017-18369
- Allows unauthorized users to execute arbitrary commands on the router
- Potential for complete system compromise due to the lack of authentication
Technical Details of CVE-2017-18369
The technical aspects of the vulnerability are as follows:
Vulnerability Description
- Command injection vulnerability in the Remote System Log forwarding function
- Exploitable by unauthenticated users
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Billion 5200W-T 1.02b.rc5.dt49 router
- Vendor: TrueOnline
- Version: Not specified
Exploitation Mechanism
- Exploitation through the syslogServerAddr parameter on the adv_remotelog.asp page
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your system from CVE-2017-18369 with these measures:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable Remote System Log forwarding if not essential
- Implement network segmentation to limit access to vulnerable devices
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update router firmware to patch known vulnerabilities
- Conduct security assessments to identify and address potential weaknesses
Patching and Updates
- Check for firmware updates from TrueOnline to address the command injection vulnerability