CVE-2010-2966 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

High 7.8 Published 4 Aug 2010 Updated 16 Sep 2024

Remote attackers can gain unauthorized access to VxWorks systems via telnet, rlogin, or FTP due to hardcoded credentials in the INCLUDE_SECURITY feature.

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-2010-2966?

CVE-2010-2966 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 4 Aug 2010. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

The INCLUDE_SECURITY functionality in Wind River VxWorks 6.x, 5.x, and earlier uses the LOGIN_USER_NAME and LOGIN_USER_PASSWORD (aka LOGIN_PASSWORD) parameters to create hardcoded credentials, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a (1) telnet, (2) rlogin, or (3) FTP session.

Weakness: CWE-255

Which versions are affected by CVE-2010-2966?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Windriver Vxworks.

How do I fix CVE-2010-2966?

No fix has been published for CVE-2010-2966 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2010-2966 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2010-2966 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-pgq6-mhrf-p3r5.