CVE-2017-8771
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CVE-2017-8771 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. On BE126 WIFI repeater 1.0 devices, an attacker can log into telnet (which is open by default) with default credentials as root (username:"root" password:"root"). The attacker can make a user that is connected to the repeater click on a malicious link that will log into the telnet and will infect the device with malicious code.. EPSS estimates a 1.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
On BE126 WIFI repeater 1.0 devices, an attacker can log into telnet (which is open by default) with default credentials as root (username:"root" password:"root"). The attacker can make a user that is connected to the repeater click on a malicious link that will log into the telnet and will infect the device with malicious code.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Twsz | Wifi Repeater Firmware | All versions |
References
- http://www.digitalwhisper.co.il/files/Zines/0x56/DW86-1-RepeaterHack.pdfTechnical Description, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.digitalwhisper.co.il/files/Zines/0x56/DW86-1-RepeaterHack.pdfTechnical Description, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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