CVE-2014-8496

Digicom DG-5514T ADSL router with firmware 3.2 generates predictable session IDs, which allows remote attackers to gain administrator privileges via a brute…

published December 10, 2014

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
83.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Predictable session IDs? That’s like leaving the door open for anyone to waltz in! 🚪 Think of it like a restaurant where the chef just gives away the access codes to the back door — every unauthorized person could simply order off the menu without anyone checking their credentials! 🍽️ This vulnerability allows attackers to hijack an admin session, potentially giving them complete control over the router. Imagine a crafty intruder playing with your network settings or even cutting off your internet access altogether—absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef just gives away the access codes to the back door — every unauthorized person could simply order off the menu without anyone checking their credentials! 🍽️ The Digicom DG-5514T ADSL router generates session IDs that can be easily predicted, enabling attackers to launch a brute-force session hijacking attack to gain unauthorized administrator access.

What to do

This vulnerability allows attackers to hijack an admin session, potentially giving them complete control over the router. Imagine a crafty intruder playing with your network settings or even cutting off your internet access altogether—absolutely devastating! To protect your network, change the default credentials immediately, and if possible, update the router firmware to the latest version. Regularly monitor your router's logs for any suspicious activity to catch any potential breaches early! You’ve got this! With a few adjustments, you can fortify your defenses and keep the internet safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02397 · 83.9th percentile
Published
2014-12-10T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 DEC 00:00Z
    Digicom DG-5514T ADSL router with firmware 3.2 generates predictable session IDs, which allows remote attackers to gain administrator privileges via a brute…
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