CVE-2017-17538 — HIGH (7.5)

Vulnerability Description

MikroTik v6.40.5 devices allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a flood of ICMP packets.

CVSS Score

7.5

HIGH

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

NONE

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mikrotik	Router Firmware	6.40.5
Mikrotik	Router	-

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43317/ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43317/ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry

FAQ

What is CVE-2017-17538?

CVE-2017-17538 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). MikroTik v6.40.5 devices allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a flood of ICMP packets.

How severe is CVE-2017-17538?

CVE-2017-17538 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2017-17538?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mikrotik Router Firmware, Mikrotik Router.