CVE-2005-2374: High severity Belkin Belkin 54g wireless router vulnerability

Published Jul 26, 2005
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Updated

Belkin 54g wireless routers do not properly set an administrative password, which allows remote attackers to gain access via the (1) Telnet or (2) web administration interfaces.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Belkin Belkin 54g wireless router

Event History

Jul 26, 2005
CVE Published
04:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2005-2374?

CVE-2005-2374 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized remote access to the router's administrative functions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2005-2374?

To fix CVE-2005-2374, users should immediately set a strong administrative password and disable Telnet access if not needed.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2005-2374?

CVE-2005-2374 specifically affects the Belkin 54g wireless router model.

4

Can CVE-2005-2374 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2005-2374 allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized access through Telnet or web administration interfaces.

5

What can happen if CVE-2005-2374 is not addressed?

If CVE-2005-2374 is not addressed, attackers can potentially take control of the router, leading to network compromise and data breaches.

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