CVE-2021-40333 Weak default credential associated with TCP port 26

Critical 9.0 Published Updated

Attackers can use weak default credentials to gain unauthorized access to DCN routing configuration on Hitachi Energy devices.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
An administrator
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2021-40333?

CVE-2021-40333 is a critical vulnerability in Hitachi Energy FOX61x, published on 2 Dec 2021. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Weak Password Requirements vulnerability in Hitachi Energy FOX61x, XCM20 allows an attacker to gain unauthorized access to the Data Communication Network (DCN) routing configuration. This issue affects: Hitachi Energy FOX61x versions prior to R15A. Hitachi Energy XCM20 versions prior to R15A.

Weakness: CWE-521

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-40333?

It affects 2 products.

Products include Hitachienergy Fox615 Firmware, Hitachienergy Xcm20 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2021-40333?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-40333 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2021-40333 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-40333 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-94q6-cm2f-p4pc.

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