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CVE-2019-7642

7.5 · HIGH

D-Link routers with the mydlink feature have some web interfaces without authentication requirements.

Published Mar 25, 2019CWE-306EPSS 2.60%

Overview

CVE-2019-7642 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 25, 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 routers with the mydlink feature have some web interfaces without authentication requirements. An attacker can remotely obtain users' DNS query logs and login logs. Vulnerable targets include but are not limited to the latest firmware versions of DIR-817LW (A1-1.04), DIR-816L (B1-2.06), DIR-816 (B1-2.06?), DIR-850L (A1-1.09), and DIR-868L (A1-1.10).

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-2019-7642?

CVE-2019-7642 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 25, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2019-7642?

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-2019-7642?

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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