CVE-2017-14417 Missing authorization in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 13 Sep 2017 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Unauthenticated attackers can enroll devices in mydlink Cloud Services via register_send.php, potentially compromising device management.

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-2017-14417?

CVE-2017-14417 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 13 Sep 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

register_send.php on D-Link DIR-850L REV. B (with firmware through FW208WWb02) devices does not require authentication, which can result in unintended enrollment in mydlink Cloud Services.

Weakness: CWE-306

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-14417?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Dlink Dir-850l Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2017-14417?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-14417 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-2017-14417 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-14417 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-jxm9-q78j-5xxx.