CVE-2016-9497
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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
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
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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