CVE-2002-1691 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published Updated

Remote attackers can gain unauthorized access to Alcatel OmniPCX 4400 systems using default hardcoded credentials.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2002-1691?

CVE-2002-1691 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 21 Jun 2005. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Alcatel OmniPCX 4400 installs known user accounts and passwords in the /etc/password file by default, which allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized access.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2002-1691?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Alcatel-Lucent Omnipcx.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1691?

No fix has been published for CVE-2002-1691 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2002-1691 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2002-1691 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-885x-qwwj-5g2h.

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