Learn about CVE-2017-7398 affecting D-Link DIR-615 HW: T1 FW:20.09 router. Understand the CSRF vulnerability impact, affected systems, exploitation, and mitigation steps.
D-Link DIR-615 HW: T1 FW:20.09 is susceptible to a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability that allows unauthorized actions on the wireless router.
Understanding CVE-2017-7398
This CVE involves a security flaw in the D-Link DIR-615 HW: T1 FW:20.09 router that enables attackers to manipulate router settings.
What is CVE-2017-7398?
The CSRF vulnerability in the D-Link DIR-615 HW: T1 FW:20.09 router permits unauthorized individuals to make changes to router configurations while the user/admin is logged in.
The Impact of CVE-2017-7398
This vulnerability allows attackers to carry out various actions on the router, such as altering security settings, modifying parameters, and changing passwords.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-7398
The technical aspects of the vulnerability are as follows:
Vulnerability Description
The CSRF flaw in D-Link DIR-615 HW: T1 FW:20.09 enables attackers to perform unauthorized actions on the router while the user/admin is authenticated.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to change security settings, hiddenSSID parameter, SSID parameter, or security-option password on the router.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting against CVE-2017-7398 involves the following steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates