CVE-2021-38759
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 15.67%
Last modified
CVE-2021-38759 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Raspberry Pi OS through 5.10 has the raspberry default password for the pi account. If not changed, attackers can gain administrator privileges.. EPSS estimates a 15.67% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Raspberry Pi OS through 5.10 has the raspberry default password for the pi account. If not changed, attackers can gain administrator privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Raspberrypi | Raspberry Pi Os Lite | <= 5.10 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/165211/Raspberry-Pi-5.10-Default-Credentials.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.cnvd.org.cn/flaw/show/CNVD-2021-43968Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/165211/Raspberry-Pi-5.10-Default-Credentials.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.cnvd.org.cn/flaw/show/CNVD-2021-43968Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38759?
Raspberry Pi OS through 5.10 has the raspberry default password for the pi account. If not changed, attackers can gain administrator privileges.
How severe is CVE-2021-38759?
CVE-2021-38759 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 15.67% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38759?
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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