Vulnerability Description
Incorrect access control in actionHandlerUtility.php in the RDK RDKB-20181217-1 WebUI module allows a logged in user to control DDNS, QoS, RIP, and other privileged configurations (intended only for the network operator) by sending an HTTP POST to the PHP backend, because the page filtering for non-superuser (in header.php) is done only for GET requests and not for direct AJAX calls.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Rdkcentral | Rdkb Ccsppandm | rdkb-20181217-1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://dojo.bullguard.com/dojo-by-bullguard/blog/the-gateway-is-wide-openThird Party Advisory
- https://dojo.bullguard.com/dojo-by-bullguard/blog/the-gateway-is-wide-openThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-6961?
CVE-2019-6961 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). Incorrect access control in actionHandlerUtility.php in the RDK RDKB-20181217-1 WebUI module allows a logged in user to control DDNS, QoS, RIP, and other privileged configurations (intended only for t...
How severe is CVE-2019-6961?
CVE-2019-6961 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-6961?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Rdkcentral Rdkb Ccsppandm.