CVE-2015-5988 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Remote attackers on the local network can gain administrative access to Belkin routers due to a blank default password in the web 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-2015-5988?

CVE-2015-5988 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 31 Dec 2015. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

The web management interface on Belkin F9K1102 2 devices with firmware 2.10.17 has a blank password, which allows remote attackers to obtain administrative privileges by leveraging a LAN session.

Weakness: CWE-255

Which versions are affected by CVE-2015-5988?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Zyxel Gs1900-10hp Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2015-5988?

No fix has been published for CVE-2015-5988 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2015-5988 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2015-5988 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-h46q-64jh-ppwm.

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