CVE-2024-52788
HIGHCVSS 8/10EPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2024-52788 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8/10 on the CVSS scale. Tenda W9 v1.0.0.7(4456) was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc_ro/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Tenda W9 v1.0.0.7(4456) was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc_ro/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tenda | W9 Firmware | 1.0.0.7\(4456\) |
References
- https://colorful-meadow-5b9.notion.site/W9_HardCode_vuln-13dc216a1c30800fb31bdcdca7345ec3Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-52788?
Tenda W9 v1.0.0.7(4456) was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc_ro/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root.
How severe is CVE-2024-52788?
CVE-2024-52788 has a CVSS score of 8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-52788?
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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