CVE-2017-15043

Name: CVE-2017-15043
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-05-04T20:29:00.437+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.24%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-15043 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A vulnerability in Sierra Wireless AirLink GX400, GX440, ES440, and LS300 routers with firmware before 4.4.5 and GX450, ES450, RV50, RV50X, MP70, and MP70E routers with firmware before 4.9 could allow an authenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code and gain full control of an affected system, including issuing commands with root privileges. This vulnerability is due to insufficient input validation on user-controlled input in an HTTP request to the targeted device. EPSS estimates a 4.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in Sierra Wireless AirLink GX400, GX440, ES440, and LS300 routers with firmware before 4.4.5 and GX450, ES450, RV50, RV50X, MP70, and MP70E routers with firmware before 4.9 could allow an authenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code and gain full control of an affected system, including issuing commands with root privileges. This vulnerability is due to insufficient input validation on user-controlled input in an HTTP request to the targeted device. An attacker in possession of router login credentials could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted HTTP request to an affected system.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.24%

89.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Sierrawireless	Gx440 Firmware	< 4.4.5
Sierrawireless	Es440 Firmware	< 4.4.5
Sierrawireless	Ls300 Firmware	< 4.4.5
Sierrawireless	Gx400 Firmware	< 4.4.5
Sierrawireless	Es450 Firmware	< 4.9
Sierrawireless	Rv50 Firmware	< 4.9
Sierrawireless	Rv50x Firmware	< 4.9
Sierrawireless	Mp70 Firmware	< 4.9
Sierrawireless	Mp70e Firmware	< 4.9
Sierrawireless	Gx450 Firmware	< 4.9

References

https://source.sierrawireless.com/resources/airlink/software_reference_docs/technical-bulletin/swi-psa-2018-003-technical-bulletin-reaper/Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
https://source.sierrawireless.com/resources/airlink/software_reference_docs/technical-bulletin/swi-psa-2018-003-technical-bulletin-reaper/Mitigation, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 4, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-15043?

How severe is CVE-2017-15043?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-15043 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-15043?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST