CVE-2017-2126 in WAPM-1166D
Summary
by MITRE
WAPM-1166D firmware Ver.1.2.7 and earlier, WAPM-APG600H firmware Ver.1.16.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and access the configuration interface via unspecified vectors.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/31/2019
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2017-2126 represents a critical authentication bypass flaw affecting specific WAPM series wireless access points including the WAPM-1166D and WAPM-APG600H models. This issue resides within the firmware versions 1.2.7 and earlier for WAPM-1166D, and 1.16.1 and earlier for WAPM-APG600H, creating a significant security weakness that allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized access to network configuration interfaces without proper authentication credentials. The vulnerability stems from unspecified vectors that permit attackers to circumvent the normal authentication mechanisms, effectively granting full administrative access to the affected devices.
The technical nature of this flaw places it within the realm of authentication bypass vulnerabilities, which are categorized under CWE-287 - Improper Authentication, and more specifically aligns with CWE-305 - Authentication Bypass Using Alternate Path or Channel. This classification indicates that the vulnerability allows attackers to access system resources through alternative means that bypass the standard authentication process. The unspecified vectors suggest that the flaw may involve improper session management, weak cryptographic implementations, or flawed access control mechanisms that enable remote exploitation without legitimate credentials. The vulnerability's remote nature means that attackers do not require physical access or local network presence to exploit the flaw, making it particularly dangerous in enterprise and industrial environments where networked devices are prevalent.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access, as it provides attackers with complete control over the affected wireless access points. This level of access enables malicious actors to modify network configurations, implement rogue access points, redirect network traffic, or establish backdoor access points that can persist long after the initial compromise. The implications are severe for organizations relying on these devices for network security, as the compromised access points can serve as entry points for broader network infiltration, potentially leading to data breaches, man-in-the-middle attacks, or denial-of-service conditions. The vulnerability also poses risks to network availability and integrity, as attackers can modify critical network parameters and potentially disrupt services without detection.
Organizations affected by this vulnerability should prioritize immediate firmware updates from the vendor to address the authentication bypass flaw, as the specific vectors remain undisclosed to prevent further exploitation. The remediation process should include comprehensive network inventory assessment to identify all affected devices, followed by coordinated firmware deployment across all impacted WAPM series access points. Security teams should also implement network segmentation and monitoring to detect potential exploitation attempts, while establishing baseline configurations that can help identify unauthorized modifications to device settings. Additionally, organizations should consider implementing network access control measures and regular vulnerability scanning to identify similar authentication bypass vulnerabilities in other network infrastructure components, aligning with ATT&CK framework techniques such as T1078 - Valid Accounts and T1566 - Phishing to understand potential attack vectors and strengthen defensive measures against similar threats.