CVE-2017-14000
CWE-287Published: October 5, 2017· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
An Improper Authentication issue was discovered in Ctek SkyRouter Series 4200 and 4400, all versions prior to V6.00.11. By accessing a specific uniform resource locator (URL) on the web server, a malicious user is able to access the application without authenticating.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2017-14000 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), with a CVSS base score of 9.4.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-287): Authentication bypass vulnerabilities allow attackers to access protected resources without valid credentials.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2017-14000 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts