CVE-2023-49256

Name: CVE-2023-49256
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-01-12T15:15:09.16+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.47%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-49256 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. It is possible to download the configuration backup without authorization and decrypt included passwords using hardcoded static key.. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

It is possible to download the configuration backup without authorization and decrypt included passwords using hardcoded static key.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability

0.47%

36.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Hongdian	H8951-4g-Esp Firmware	< 2310271149

References

https://cert.pl/en/posts/2024/01/CVE-2023-49253/Third Party Advisory
https://cert.pl/posts/2024/01/CVE-2023-49253/Third Party Advisory
https://cert.pl/en/posts/2024/01/CVE-2023-49253/Third Party Advisory
https://cert.pl/posts/2024/01/CVE-2023-49253/Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 12, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-49256?

It is possible to download the configuration backup without authorization and decrypt included passwords using hardcoded static key.

How severe is CVE-2023-49256?

CVE-2023-49256 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-49256?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2023-49256?

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Source: NVD / NIST