CVE-2024-38902 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Attackers can log in as root on H3C Magic R230 routers due to a hardcoded password in the shadow file.

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-2024-38902?

CVE-2024-38902 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 24 Jun 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

H3C Magic R230 V100R002 was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root.

Weakness: CWE-259

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-38902?

It affects 1 product.

Products include H3c Magic R230 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2024-38902?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-38902 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2024-38902 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2024-38902 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-857q-8r99-c659.

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