CVE-2017-5237

Description

Due to a lack of authentication, an unauthenticated user who knows the Eview EV-07S GPS Tracker's phone number can revert the device to a factory default configuration with an SMS command, "RESET!"

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 2.50% Top 20%
Third-Party Advisory rapid7.com
Affected: Eview EV-07S GPS Tracker
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://community.rapid7.com/community/infosec/blog/2017/03/27/r7-2015-28-multiple-eview-ev-07s-gps-tracker-vulnerabilities vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97186 vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-5237?
CVE-2017-5237 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-5237?
To fix CVE-2017-5237, 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-2017-5237 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-5237 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-5237?
CVE-2017-5237 affects Eview EV-07S GPS Tracker.
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