CVE-2018-6401 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Attackers can gain administrative access to Meross smart plugs via a hidden Telnet service with a blank password, enabling full device control.

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-2018-6401?

CVE-2018-6401 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 2 May 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Meross MSS110 devices before 1.1.24 contain a TELNET listener providing access for an undocumented admin account with a blank password.

Weakness: CWE-798

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-6401?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Meross Mss110 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2018-6401?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-6401 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2018-6401 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-6401 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-38xc-f68r-gxf2.

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