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CVE-2019-17505

7.5 · HIGH

D-Link DAP-1320 A2-V1.21 routers have some web interfaces without authentication requirements, as demonstrated by uplink_info.xml.

Published Oct 11, 2019CWE-306EPSS 1.69%

Overview

CVE-2019-17505 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 11, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

D-Link DAP-1320 A2-V1.21 routers have some web interfaces without authentication requirements, as demonstrated by uplink_info.xml. An attacker can remotely obtain a user's Wi-Fi SSID and password, which could be used to connect to Wi-Fi or perform a dictionary attack.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-17505?

CVE-2019-17505 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 11, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2019-17505?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2019-17505?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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