CVE-2008-5848 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published Updated

Remote attackers can access the Advantech ADAM-6000 module using the default password to monitor or control Modbus/TCP I/O activity.

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-2008-5848?

CVE-2008-5848 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 6 Jan 2009. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

The Advantech ADAM-6000 module has 00000000 as its default password, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access through an HTTP session, and (1) monitor or (2) control the module's Modbus/TCP I/O activity.

Weakness: CWE-255

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-5848?

It affects 14 products.

Products include Advantech Adam-6015, Advantech Adam-6017, Advantech Adam-6018, Advantech Adam-6022, Advantech Adam-6024, Advantech Adam-6050 and 8 more.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5848?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-5848 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2008-5848 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2008-5848 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-wp78-3mjg-28r3.

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