CVE-2020-9279 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 20 Apr 2020 Updated 4 Aug 2024

Hard-coded credentials allow attackers to log in with high privileges and take full control of the D-Link DSL-2640B device.

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-2020-9279?

CVE-2020-9279 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 20 Apr 2020. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

An issue was discovered on D-Link DSL-2640B B2 EU_4.01B devices. A hard-coded account allows management-interface login with high privileges. The logged-in user can perform critical tasks and take full control of the device.

Weakness: CWE-798

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-9279?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Dlink Dsl-2640b Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2020-9279?

No fix has been published for CVE-2020-9279 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2020-9279 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-9279 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-w3w2-fx8h-h255.