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Short Name |
HTTP:INFO-LEAK:NETGEAR-MUL |
|---|---|
Severity |
Minor |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Netgear Multiple Information Disclosure |
Release Date |
2015/03/16 |
Update Number |
2475 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-11.4+, srx-12.1+, srx-branch-12.1+, vmx-17.4+, vsrx-12.1+, vsrx3bsd-18.2+ |
HTTP: Netgear Multiple Information Disclosure
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability against Netgear. A successful attack can lead to unauthorized information disclosure.
Extended Description
The NETGEAR WNR2000v5 router leaks its serial number when performing a request to the /BRS_netgear_success.html URI. This serial number allows a user to obtain the administrator username and password, when used in combination with the CVE-2016-10176 vulnerability that allows resetting the answers to the password-recovery questions.
Affected Products
- Netgear wnr2000v5_firmware 1.0.0.34
References
- BugTraq: 95457
- CVE: CVE-2016-10175
- CVE: CVE-2017-5521