vendor:
AN5506-04-F
by:
r0ots3c
7.5
CVSS
HIGH
Unauthenticated Remote DNS Change
287
CWE
Product Name: AN5506-04-F
Affected Version From: RP2617
Affected Version To: RP2617
Patch Exists: NO
Related CWE: N/A
CPE: N/A
Metasploit:
N/A
Other Scripts:
N/A
Platforms Tested: N/A
2018
FIBERHOME AN5506 Unauthenticated Remote DNS Change Vulnerability
Vulnerability exists in web interface of FIBERHOME AN5506-04-F router. This router has vulnerabilities where you can get information or edit configurations in an unauthenticated way. The biggest risk is the possibility of changing the dns of the device. Modifying systems' DNS settings allows cybercriminals to perform malicious activities like steering unknowing users to bad sites, replacing ads on legitimate sites, controlling and redirecting network traffic, and pushing additional malware.
Mitigation:
Authentication should be enabled for web interface of the router. Users should also be aware of the malicious activities that can be performed by changing the DNS settings.