CVE-2018-7363 : Security Advisory and Response

ZTE's ZXHN F670 up to version V1.1.10P3T18 is vulnerable to an improper authorization issue, allowing attackers to conduct brute force attacks on account credentials.

Understanding CVE-2018-7363

The vulnerability in the ZTE ZXHN F670 product exposes it to unauthorized access due to a lack of authorization delay in the appviahttp service.

What is CVE-2018-7363?

The CVE-2018-7363 vulnerability in ZTE's ZXHN F670 product allows attackers to exploit the absence of an authorization delay, enabling brute force attacks on account credentials.

The Impact of CVE-2018-7363

The vulnerability poses a medium severity risk with a CVSS base score of 4.3, affecting confidentiality but not integrity or availability.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-7363

ZTE's ZXHN F670 vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in ZXHN F670 up to V1.1.10P3T18 allows unauthorized access through brute force attacks on account credentials.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: ZXHN F670
Vendor: ZTE
Versions Affected: <= V1.1.10P3T18

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the lack of an authorization delay in the appviahttp service to perform brute force attacks on account credentials.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2018-7363.

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement strong, unique passwords for all accounts.
Monitor and limit failed login attempts.
Regularly review access logs for suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
Keep systems and software up to date with the latest patches.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by ZTE to address the vulnerability.