Vulnerability Description
An issue was discovered on Linksys WRT1900ACS 1.0.3.187766 devices. An ability exists for an unauthenticated user to browse a confidential ui/1.0.99.187766/dynamic/js/setup.js.localized file on the router's webserver, allowing for an attacker to identify possible passwords that the system uses to set the default guest network password. An attacker can use this list of 30 words along with a random 2 digit number to brute force their access onto a router's guest network.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linksys | Wrt1900Acs Firmware | 1.0.3.187766 |
| Linksys | Wrt1900Acs | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.x0rsecurity.com/2019/06/09/my-second-cve-linksys-wrt-acs-cve-2019-757ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://robot-security.blogspot.comNot Applicable
- http://www.x0rsecurity.com/2019/06/09/my-second-cve-linksys-wrt-acs-cve-2019-757ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://robot-security.blogspot.comNot Applicable
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-7579?
CVE-2019-7579 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). An issue was discovered on Linksys WRT1900ACS 1.0.3.187766 devices. An ability exists for an unauthenticated user to browse a confidential ui/1.0.99.187766/dynamic/js/setup.js.localized file on the ro...
How severe is CVE-2019-7579?
CVE-2019-7579 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-2019-7579?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linksys Wrt1900Acs Firmware, Linksys Wrt1900Acs.