CVE-2017-15376 Auth bypass in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 16 Oct 2017 Updated 17 Sep 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary commands on MobaXterm installations because the TELNET service lacks authentication.

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-2017-15376?

CVE-2017-15376 is a critical authentication bypass vulnerability in n/a, published on 16 Oct 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

The TELNET service in Mobatek MobaXterm 10.4 does not require authentication, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via TCP port 23.

Weakness: CWE-94

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-15376?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Mobatek Mobaxterm.

How do I fix CVE-2017-15376?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-15376 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and rotate credentials and sessions that may have been exposed. More about Authentication bypass.

Is CVE-2017-15376 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-15376 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-p8fh-j448-7454.