CVE-2017-7909

Description

A Use of Client-Side Authentication issue was discovered in Advantech B+B SmartWorx MESR901 firmware versions 1.5.2 and prior. The web interface uses JavaScript to check client authentication and redirect unauthorized users. Attackers may intercept requests and bypass authentication to access restricted web pages.

Categories

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.60% Top 20%
Third-Party Advisory securityfocus.com Third-Party Advisory us-cert.gov
Affected: n/a Advantech B+B SmartWorx MESR901
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-17-122-03 third party advisory us government resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98257 third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-7909?
CVE-2017-7909 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-7909?
To fix CVE-2017-7909, 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-2017-7909 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-7909 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-2017-7909?
CVE-2017-7909 affects n/a Advantech B+B SmartWorx MESR901.
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