CVE-2017-7730 : What You Need to Know

iSmartAlarm cube devices are vulnerable to a Denial of Service (DoS) attack that can be triggered by a SYN flood on port 12345, causing the device to freeze and become unresponsive.

Understanding CVE-2017-7730

This CVE entry describes a vulnerability in iSmartAlarm cube devices that can be exploited to disrupt the device's functionality.

What is CVE-2017-7730?

The vulnerability in iSmartAlarm cube devices allows attackers to launch a SYN flood attack on port 12345, leading to a Denial of Service condition where the device stops responding.

The Impact of CVE-2017-7730

The exploitation of this vulnerability can render the iSmartAlarm cube device unresponsive, affecting its intended functionality and potentially disrupting security monitoring capabilities.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-7730

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in iSmartAlarm cube devices can be exploited by initiating a SYN flood attack on port 12345, causing the device to freeze and become unresponsive.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: iSmartAlarm cube devices
Vendor: Not specified
Versions: Not specified

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Type: SYN flood
Port: 12345
Impact: Denial of Service (DoS)

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting against and addressing the CVE-2017-7730 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable remote access to vulnerable devices if not required.
Implement network-level protections against SYN flood attacks.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity targeting port 12345.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update firmware and software to patch known vulnerabilities.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address potential weaknesses.

Patching and Updates

Check for firmware updates from iSmartAlarm to address the vulnerability.
Apply patches promptly to mitigate the risk of DoS attacks.