CVE-2019-6279 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Discover how CVE-2019-6279 affects ChinaMobile PLC's GPN2.4P21-C-CN wireless router, allowing attackers to modify wireless security passwords. Learn mitigation steps and prevention measures.
Devices manufactured by ChinaMobile PLC, specifically the GPN2.4P21-C-CN wireless router with firmware version W2001EN-00, have been found to have a security flaw in the access control mechanism. Exploiting this vulnerability allows attackers to modify the wireless security password.
Understanding CVE-2019-6279
ChinaMobile PLC Wireless Router GPN2.4P21-C-CN devices with firmware W2001EN-00 have an Incorrect Access Control vulnerability via the cgi-bin/webproc?getpage=html/index.html subpage=wlsecurity URI.
What is CVE-2019-6279?
This CVE identifies a security flaw in ChinaMobile PLC's GPN2.4P21-C-CN wireless router that enables unauthorized password modifications for wireless security.
The Impact of CVE-2019-6279
- Attackers can change the wireless security password, compromising network security.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-6279
ChinaMobile PLC Wireless Router GPN2.4P21-C-CN with firmware W2001EN-00 is susceptible to unauthorized password changes.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability lies in the access control mechanism of the router, specifically within the URI cgi-bin/webproc?getpage=html/index.html subpage=wlsecurity.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: ChinaMobile PLC GPN2.4P21-C-CN wireless router
- Firmware Version: W2001EN-00
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers exploit the vulnerability to modify the wireless security password, potentially gaining unauthorized access to the network.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2019-6279 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable remote access to the router's configuration interface.
- Change the default password to a strong, unique one.
- Regularly monitor router logs for suspicious activities.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Keep router firmware up to date with the latest security patches.
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential breaches.
Patching and Updates
- Apply firmware updates provided by ChinaMobile PLC to address the access control vulnerability.