CVE-2002-2020 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

High 7.5 Published 14 Jul 2005 Updated 16 Sep 2024

Remote attackers can gain administrative privileges on Netgear RP114 routers by using the default password on the external interface.

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-2002-2020?

CVE-2002-2020 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 14 Jul 2005. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Netgear RP114 Cable/DSL Web Safe Router Firmware 3.26 uses a default administrator password and accepts admin logins on the external interface, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges if the password is not changed.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2002-2020?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Netgear Rp114.

How do I fix CVE-2002-2020?

No fix has been published for CVE-2002-2020 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2002-2020 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2002-2020 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5vm4-hjfj-5frm.