CVE-2012-4898
Overview
CVE-2012-4898 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting tropos mesh_os. It was published on December 18, 2012.
Technical Description
Mesh OS before 7.9.1.1 on Tropos wireless mesh routers does not use a sufficient source of entropy for SSH keys, which makes it easier for man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof a device or modify a client-server data stream by leveraging knowledge of a key from a product installation elsewhere.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from tropos. Update mesh_os to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| tropos | mesh_os | 0 | Affected |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-4898?
CVE-2012-4898 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting tropos mesh_os. It was published on December 18, 2012.
How severe is CVE-2012-4898?
CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2012-4898?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from tropos. Update mesh_os to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
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