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CVE-2017-11456: Geneko GWR routers allow directory traversal sequences starting with a /../ substring, as demonstrated by u...

Geneko GWR routers allow directory traversal sequences starting with a /../ substring, as demonstrated by unauthenticated read access to the configuration file.

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Plain-English summary

CVE-2017-11456 describes an unauthenticated file-read flaw in Geneko GWR routers. The reported impact is access to router configuration data through directory traversal. That could expose sensitive operational settings or credentials, but the supplied sources do not identify affected firmware versions or a vendor fix.

Executive priority

Treat as a targeted network-device exposure requiring asset confirmation. Prioritize internet-facing or remote-site routers first, then decide whether patching, isolation, credential rotation, or replacement is needed.

Technical view

The CVE record says Geneko GWR routers accept directory traversal sequences beginning with a /../ substring, enabling unauthenticated read access to the configuration file. The source bundle provides no CVSS score, CWE mapping, affected version range, patch level, or confirmed exploitation details.

Likely exposure

Exposure is limited to environments running Geneko GWR routers, especially where router management services are reachable from untrusted networks. The supplied CVE data does not specify versions, firmware builds, or default deployment conditions.

Exploitation context

The source bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or any cited evidence of active exploitation. The issue is still concerning because it is unauthenticated and targets configuration data, but exploitation status is unconfirmed here.

Researcher notes

Evidence is sparse. The bundle names Geneko GWR routers and the unauthenticated configuration-file read, but omits version range, patch status, CVSS, CWE, and exploit confirmation. Avoid broad product assumptions without vendor or asset validation.

Mitigation direction

  • Check Geneko or maintainer guidance for affected firmware and fixes.
  • Restrict router management access to trusted admin networks or VPN only.
  • Remove any Geneko GWR management interface from direct internet exposure.
  • Rotate credentials if configuration data may have been exposed.
  • Replace or isolate devices that cannot be verified or updated.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory Geneko GWR routers and record model and firmware details.
  • Confirm whether management interfaces are reachable from untrusted networks.
  • Review vendor guidance against deployed firmware versions.
  • Inspect logs for suspicious configuration-file access patterns.
  • Review exposed configuration data for secrets requiring rotation.
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Confidence
medium
Sources
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Severity
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CVSS
Not scored
Known Exploited
No
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