CVE-2012-6571

Description

The HTTP module in the (1) Branch Intelligent Management System (BIMS) and (2) web management components on Huawei AR routers and S2000, S3000, S3500, S3900, S5100, S5600, and S7800 switches uses predictable Session ID values, which makes it easier for remote attackers to hijack sessions via a brute-force attack.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.20%
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.huawei.com/en/security/psirt/security-bulletins/security-advisories/hw-u_194371.htm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-6571?
CVE-2012-6571 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2012-6571?
To fix CVE-2012-6571, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2012-6571 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2012-6571 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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