CVE-2015-7251: Critical severity zte zxhn h108n firmware vulnerability

Published Dec 30, 2015
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Updated

ZTE ZXHN H108N R1A devices before ZTE.bhs.ZXHNH108NR1A.kPE have a hardcoded password of root for the root account, which allows remote attackers to obtain administrative access via a TELNET session.

Affected Software

2 affected components
ZTE Zxhn H108n R1a Firmware<=zte.bhs.zxhnh108nr1a.h_pe
ZTE ZXHN H108N R1A

Event History

Dec 30, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-7251?

CVE-2015-7251 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for administrative access through a hardcoded password.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-7251?

To fix CVE-2015-7251, upgrade the firmware to a version newer than ZTE.bhs.ZXHNH108NR1A.k_PE.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2015-7251?

The devices affected by CVE-2015-7251 are ZTE ZXHN H108N R1A devices running vulnerable firmware versions.

4

What type of access does CVE-2015-7251 provide to attackers?

CVE-2015-7251 allows remote attackers to obtain administrative access via a TELNET session.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-7251?

There is no effective workaround for CVE-2015-7251 other than updating the firmware to eliminate the hardcoded password.

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