What is the severity of CVE-2015-2897?

CVE-2015-2897 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the presence of hardcoded root accounts that pose a significant security risk.

How do I fix CVE-2015-2897?

To fix CVE-2015-2897, update your Sierra Wireless ALEOS software to version 4.4.2 or later.

Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-2897?

CVE-2015-2897 affects Sierra Wireless ALEOS versions prior to 4.4.2 on AirLink ES, GX, and LS devices.

What protocols are exploited in CVE-2015-2897?

CVE-2015-2897 can be exploited through SSH and TELNET protocols.

What impact does CVE-2015-2897 have on security?

CVE-2015-2897 allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized administrative access to the affected devices.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2015-2897

critical

CWE

200

8/8/2015

6/8/2024

CVE-2015-2897: Infoleak

First published: Sat Aug 08 2015(Updated: )

Sierra Wireless ALEOS before 4.4.2 on AirLink ES, GX, and LS devices has hardcoded root accounts, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain administrative access via a (1) SSH or (2) TELNET session.

Credit: cret@cert.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Sierra Wireless ALEOS	<=4.4.1
Sierra Wireless AirLink ES440
Sierra Wireless AirLink ES450
Sierra Wireless GX440
Sierra Wireless AirLink GX450
Sierra Wireless AirLink LS300

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Reference Links

http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/628568

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2897?
CVE-2015-2897 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the presence of hardcoded root accounts that pose a significant security risk.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2897?
To fix CVE-2015-2897, update your Sierra Wireless ALEOS software to version 4.4.2 or later.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-2897?
CVE-2015-2897 affects Sierra Wireless ALEOS versions prior to 4.4.2 on AirLink ES, GX, and LS devices.
What protocols are exploited in CVE-2015-2897?
CVE-2015-2897 can be exploited through SSH and TELNET protocols.
What impact does CVE-2015-2897 have on security?
CVE-2015-2897 allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized administrative access to the affected devices.

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