CVE-2016-10401
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CVE-2016-10401 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ZyXEL PK5001Z devices have zyad5001 as the su password, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain root access if a non-root account password is known (or a non-root default account exists within an ISP's deployment of these devices).. EPSS estimates a 12.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
ZyXEL PK5001Z devices have zyad5001 as the su password, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain root access if a non-root account password is known (or a non-root default account exists within an ISP's deployment of these devices).
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zyxel | Pk5001z Firmware | All versions |
References
- https://forum.openwrt.org/viewtopic.php?id=62266Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://forum.openwrt.org/viewtopic.php?id=62266Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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