CVE-2024-37644 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

High 8.8 Published Updated

Attackers can log in as root using hardcoded credentials found in the firmware, gaining full control of the device.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Any signed-in user
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2024-37644?

CVE-2024-37644 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 14 Jun 2024. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

TRENDnet TEW-814DAP v1_(FW1.01B01) was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc/shadow.sample, which allows attackers to log in as root.

Weakness: CWE-259

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-37644?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Trendnet Tew-814dap Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2024-37644?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-37644 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2024-37644 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-37644 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-gc36-qqwf-f29m.

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