CVE-2017-2236

Name: CVE-2017-2236
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-07-07T13:29:01.27+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.42%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-2236 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Toshiba Home gateway HEM-GW16A firmware HEM-GW16A-FW-V1.2.0 and earlier, Toshiba Home gateway HEM-GW26A firmware HEM-GW26A-FW-V1.2.0 and earlier uses hard-coded credentials, which may allow attackers to perform operations on device with administrative privileges.. EPSS estimates a 1.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Toshiba Home gateway HEM-GW16A firmware HEM-GW16A-FW-V1.2.0 and earlier, Toshiba Home gateway HEM-GW26A firmware HEM-GW26A-FW-V1.2.0 and earlier uses hard-coded credentials, which may allow attackers to perform operations on device with administrative privileges.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.42%

69.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-798

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Toshiba	Hem-Gw16a Firmware	<= 1.2.0
Toshiba	Hem-Gw26a Firmware	<= 1.2.0

References

http://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN85901441/index.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN85901441/index.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Jul 7, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-2236?

How severe is CVE-2017-2236?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-2236 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-2236?

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