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Technicolor TC7200.20 devices are vulnerable to a denial of service attack where remote attackers can disrupt network connectivity by flooding the device with random MAC addresses. This attack can lead to a networking outage, impacting the availability of Wi-Fi services on the affected devices.
Overview
This CVE describes a vulnerability in Technicolor TC7200.20 devices that allows attackers to exploit a flaw in the device's handling of MAC addresses, resulting in a denial of service condition. The vulnerability can be triggered remotely, potentially leading to disruption of network services and affecting the availability of Wi-Fi connectivity on the impacted devices.
Remediation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users of Technicolor TC7200.20 devices are advised to implement the following remediation steps:
- Apply any available firmware updates or patches provided by the device manufacturer to address the vulnerability.
- Implement network security measures such as access control lists (ACLs) to restrict unauthorized access to the device.
- Monitor network traffic for signs of MAC flooding attacks and take appropriate action to mitigate the impact.
References
- CVE-2018-15852: https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2018-15852
- Exploit Details: https://bkd00r.wordpress.com/2018/08/24/cve-2018-15852-exploit-title-cable-modem-technicolor-tc7200-20-wifi-buffer-overflow/
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This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
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- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
