CVE-2018-14847 The vulnerability is caused by a flaw in the auth module of MikroTik RouterOS. Specifically, the vulnerability is due to a lack of proper validation of authentication requests.
The following code snippet illustrates the vulnerable code: mikrotik routeros authentication bypass vulnerability
Once the attacker has bypassed authentication, they can access the device’s web interface, Winbox, or even access the device’s command-line interface. This provides them with a high level of control over the device, allowing them to make changes to the configuration, access sensitive data, and even install malware. CVE-2018-14847 The vulnerability is caused by a flaw
A severe security vulnerability has been discovered in MikroTik’s RouterOS, a popular operating system used in the company’s range of network routers and devices. The flaw, which has been identified as an authentication bypass vulnerability, allows attackers to gain unauthorized access to affected devices, potentially leading to a range of malicious activities. This provides them with a high level of
Critical Vulnerability in MikroTik RouterOS Allows Authentication Bypass**
The vulnerability can be exploited using a variety of tools and techniques. One common method is to use a tool such as Burp Suite or ZAP to send a specially crafted request to the device. The request would need to include a specific set of parameters, including a valid session ID and a fake username and password.
POST / HTTP/1.1 Host: <device IP address> Content-Type: application/x-www-form-urlencoded username=admin&password=wrongpassword&sessionid=<valid session ID>