CVE-2018-9149
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CVE-2018-9149 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Zyxel Multy X (AC3000 Tri-Band WiFi System) device doesn't use a suitable mechanism to protect the UART. After an attacker dismantles the device and uses a USB-to-UART cable to connect the device, he can use the 1234 password for the root account to login to the system. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Zyxel Multy X (AC3000 Tri-Band WiFi System) device doesn't use a suitable mechanism to protect the UART. After an attacker dismantles the device and uses a USB-to-UART cable to connect the device, he can use the 1234 password for the root account to login to the system. Furthermore, an attacker can start the device's TELNET service as a backdoor.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zyxel | Ac3000 Firmware | All versions |
References
- https://www.slideshare.net/secret/qrHwDOJ71eLg7fExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.slideshare.net/secret/qrHwDOJ71eLg7fExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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