CVE-2024-42639 Hardcoded credentials in n/a
Attackers can log in as root using a hardcoded password in the H3C GR1100-P router, gaining full administrative control.
- 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-2024-42639?
CVE-2024-42639 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 16 Aug 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
H3C GR1100-P v100R009 was discovered to use a hardcoded password in /etc/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root.
Weakness: CWE-259
Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-42639?
It affects 1 product.
Products include H3c Gr1100-P Firmware.
How do I fix CVE-2024-42639?
No fix has been published for CVE-2024-42639 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2024-42639 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-42639 exists.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-65q8-wrmh-rrcm.