SpeedTouch ADSL modem allows hijack or spoof connections
| speedtouch-hijack-connection (16919) |  Medium Risk |
Description:
Thomson (formerly Alcatel) SpeedTouch could allow a remote attacker to spoof or hijack connections. The device generates predictable TCP Initial Sequence Numbers (ISN). A remote attacker could use this vulnerability to spoof traffic, which would appear to originate from a trusted device.
Consequences:
Obtain Information
Remedy:
No remedy available as of July 9, 2011.
References:
- iDEFENSE Security Advisory 08.05.04: Thompson SpeedTouch Home ADSL Modem Predictable TCP ISN Generation .
- Thomson Web site: Thomson Worldwide Portal - Home.
- BID-10881: Thomson SpeedTouch Home ADSL Modem Predictable Initial TCP Sequence Number Vulnerability
- CVE-2004-0641: Thomson SpeedTouch 510 ADSL Router with firmware GV8BAA3.270, and possibly earlier versions, generates predictable TCP Initial Sequence Numbers (ISNs), which allows remote attackers to spoof or hijack TCP connections.
- SA12238: Thomson SpeedTouch Predictable TCP ISN Generation Weakness
Platforms Affected:
- Thomson Thomson SpeedTouch Home ADSL Modem GV8BAA3.270
Reported:
Aug 05, 2004
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