CVE-2021-27172 Hardcoded credentials in n/a
Attackers can gain root access to FiberHome HG6245D devices using a hardcoded GEPON password found in system scripts.
- 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-2021-27172?
CVE-2021-27172 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. A hardcoded GEPON password for root is defined inside /etc/init.d/system-config.sh.
Weakness: CWE-798
Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-27172?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Fiberhome Hg6245d Firmware.
How do I fix CVE-2021-27172?
No fix has been published for CVE-2021-27172 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2021-27172 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-27172 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-7f6f-mqg7-656v.