CVE-2020-23592 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
CVE-2020-23592 allows an attacker to conduct a CSRF attack on OPTILINK OP-XT71000N Hardware, leading to an Escalation of Privileges. Learn about the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps.
This CVE record discusses a vulnerability in OPTILINK OP-XT71000N Hardware that allows an attacker to conduct a CSRF attack leading to an Escalation of Privileges.
Understanding CVE-2020-23592
This CVE-2020-23592 vulnerability allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to reset ONU to Factory Default through a specific URL, leading to an Escalation of Privileges.
What is CVE-2020-23592?
The vulnerability in OPTILINK OP-XT71000N Hardware Version: V2.2, Firmware Version: OP_V3.3.1-191028 allows an attacker to perform a CSRF attack to reset ONU to Factory Default.
The Impact of CVE-2020-23592
The exploitation of this vulnerability can result in an Escalation of Privileges by logging in with default credentials after resetting the device to factory settings.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-23592
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to reset the device to factory default through a specific URL.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Vendor: n/a
- Product: n/a
- Versions: All versions are affected.
Exploitation Mechanism
The attacker can exploit this vulnerability by conducting a CSRF attack to reset the device to factory default.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable remote management interfaces if not required.
- Implement strong, unique passwords for all devices.
- Regularly monitor and audit device configurations.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Keep firmware and software up to date.
- Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.
- Educate users on secure practices and awareness.
Patching and Updates
Apply patches and updates provided by the vendor to address this vulnerability.