CVE-1999-0816 Missing authorization in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published Updated

Remote attackers can access and configure the Motorola CableRouter without authentication via port 1024.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-1999-0816?

CVE-1999-0816 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 4 Feb 2000. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

The Motorola CableRouter allows any remote user to connect to and configure the router on port 1024.

Which versions are affected by CVE-1999-0816?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Motorola Motorola Cablerouter.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0816?

No fix has been published for CVE-1999-0816 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-1999-0816 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-1999-0816 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-cjmq-x9wr-c6v6.

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