CVE-2017-7909

Name: CVE-2017-7909
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-06T00:29:00.273+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.62%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-7909 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A Use of Client-Side Authentication issue was discovered in Advantech B+B SmartWorx MESR901 firmware versions 1.5.2 and prior. The web interface uses JavaScript to check client authentication and redirect unauthorized users. EPSS estimates a 2.62% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A Use of Client-Side Authentication issue was discovered in Advantech B+B SmartWorx MESR901 firmware versions 1.5.2 and prior. The web interface uses JavaScript to check client authentication and redirect unauthorized users. Attackers may intercept requests and bypass authentication to access restricted web pages.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.62%

83.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Advantech B\+B Smartworx	Mesr901 Firmware	<= 1.5.2

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98257Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-17-122-03Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98257Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-17-122-03Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: May 6, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-7909?

How severe is CVE-2017-7909?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-7909 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.62% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-7909?

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