CVE-2020-12123 : Security Advisory and Response

CSRF vulnerabilities in the /cgi-bin/ directory of the WAVLINK WN530H4 M30H4.V5030.190403 allow remote access to router endpoints without CSRF tokens, potentially compromising user authentication.

Understanding CVE-2020-12123

CSRF vulnerabilities in WAVLINK WN530H4 M30H4.V5030.190403 expose router endpoints to unauthorized remote access.

What is CVE-2020-12123?

This CVE identifies Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerabilities in the /cgi-bin/ directory of the WAVLINK WN530H4 M30H4.V5030.190403 router, enabling attackers to remotely access router endpoints.

The Impact of CVE-2020-12123

The vulnerability allows attackers to access router endpoints without CSRF tokens, potentially leading to unauthorized control and data compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-12123

CSRF vulnerabilities in the WAVLINK WN530H4 M30H4.V5030.190403 router.

Vulnerability Description

CSRF vulnerabilities in the /cgi-bin/ directory of the router allow remote access to endpoints without CSRF tokens.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: WAVLINK WN530H4 M30H4.V5030.190403
Version: n/a

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit the lack of CSRF tokens in authenticated router portals to gain unauthorized access to router endpoints.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2020-12123 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable remote access to the router if not required.
Implement strong, unique passwords for router authentication.
Regularly monitor router logs for suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Keep router firmware up to date with security patches.
Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing.

Patching and Updates

Check for firmware updates from the router vendor to address the CSRF vulnerabilities.