Description
Linksys EtherFast Cable/DSL BEFSR11, BEFSR41 and BEFSRU31 with the firmware 1.42.7 upgrade installed opens TCP port 5678 for remote administration even when the "Block WAN" and "Remote Admin" options are disabled, which allows remote attackers to gain access.
Products
- Linksys BEFSR11 1.42.7
- Linksys BEFSR41 1.42.7
- Linksys BEFSRU31 1.42.7
Questions to Ask Vendors
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2002-2159, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2002-2159 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions
- Check out the advisory links provided below.
References