CVE-2016-9497

Name: CVE-2016-9497
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-07-13T20:29:01.91+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.21%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-9497 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Hughes high-performance broadband satellite modems, models HN7740S DW7000 HN7000S/SM, is vulnerable to an authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel. By default, port 1953 is accessible via telnet and does not require authentication. EPSS estimates a 2.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Hughes high-performance broadband satellite modems, models HN7740S DW7000 HN7000S/SM, is vulnerable to an authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel. By default, port 1953 is accessible via telnet and does not require authentication. An unauthenticated remote user can access many administrative commands via this interface, including rebooting the modem.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.21%

80.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Hughes	Hn7740s Firmware	6.9.0.34
Hughes	Dw7000 Firmware	6.9.0.34
Hughes	Hn7000s Firmware	6.9.0.34
Hughes	Hn7000sm Firmware	6.9.0.34

References

https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/614751Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96244Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/614751Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96244Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Jul 13, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-9497?

How severe is CVE-2016-9497?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-9497 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-9497?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST