CVE-2017-2273 : Security Advisory and Response

The WMR-433 and WMR-433W devices by BUFFALO INC. are affected by a CSRF vulnerability in their firmware versions, allowing remote attackers to hijack administrator authentication.

Understanding CVE-2017-2273

What is CVE-2017-2273?

The CVE-2017-2273 vulnerability is a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) issue found in the firmware of WMR-433 and WMR-433W devices.

The Impact of CVE-2017-2273

This vulnerability enables attackers to exploit unspecified methods to remotely hijack the authentication of administrators.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-2273

Vulnerability Description

The WMR-433 firmware versions 1.02 and earlier, as well as WMR-433W firmware versions 1.40 and earlier, contain a CSRF vulnerability that allows for remote authentication hijacking.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: WMR-433
Vendor: BUFFALO INC.
Affected Version: firmware Ver.1.02 and earlier
Product: WMR-433W
Vendor: BUFFALO INC.
Affected Version: firmware Ver.1.40 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability through unspecified vectors to compromise administrator authentication remotely.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the firmware of WMR-433 and WMR-433W devices to the latest versions provided by BUFFALO INC.
Implement strong and unique passwords for administrator accounts.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly check for firmware updates and apply them promptly.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all devices are running the latest firmware versions released by BUFFALO INC. to mitigate the CSRF vulnerability.