CVE-2017-14797 Information disclosure in n/a
Remote attackers can sniff local network traffic to steal API keys and gain full control of connected smart home accessories due to lack of transport encryption.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2017-14797?
CVE-2017-14797 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 30 Sep 2017. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Lack of Transport Encryption in the public API in Philips Hue Bridge BSB002 SW 1707040932 allows remote attackers to read API keys (and consequently bypass the pushlink protection mechanism, and obtain complete control of the connected accessories) by leveraging the ability to sniff HTTP traffic on the local intranet network.
Weakness: CWE-326
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-14797?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Philips Hue Bridge Bsb002 Firmware.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14797?
No fix has been published for CVE-2017-14797 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2017-14797 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-14797 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-5v9j-fr4g-cg7x.