CVE-2019-18991
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CVE-2019-18991 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. A partial authentication bypass vulnerability exists on Atheros AR9132 3.60(AMX.8), AR9283 1.85, and AR9285 1.0.0.12NA devices. The vulnerability allows sending an unencrypted data frame to a WPA2-protected WLAN router where the packet is routed through the network. EPSS estimates a 0.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A partial authentication bypass vulnerability exists on Atheros AR9132 3.60(AMX.8), AR9283 1.85, and AR9285 1.0.0.12NA devices. The vulnerability allows sending an unencrypted data frame to a WPA2-protected WLAN router where the packet is routed through the network. If successful, a response is sent back as an encrypted frame, which would allow an attacker to discern information or potentially modify data.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Qualcomm | Atheros Ar9132 Firmware | 3.60\(amx.8\) |
| Qualcomm | Atheros Ar9283 Firmware | 1.85 |
| Qualcomm | Atheros Ar9285 Firmware | 1.0.0.12na |
References
- https://www.synopsys.com/blogs/software-security/cyrc-advisory-sept2020/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.synopsys.com/blogs/software-security/cyrc-advisory-sept2020/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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