CVE-2021-27165 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Attackers can gain unauthorized access to FiberHome HG6245D routers via hardcoded Telnet credentials, potentially leading to full device compromise.

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-2021-27165?

CVE-2021-27165 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 10 Feb 2021. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

An issue was discovered on FiberHome HG6245D devices through RP2613. The telnet daemon on port 23/tcp can be abused with the gpon/gpon credentials.

Weakness: CWE-798

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-27165?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Fiberhome Hg6245d Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2021-27165?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-27165 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2021-27165 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-27165 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-f89f-668c-hrhg.

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