What is the severity of CVE-2015-7289?

CVE-2015-7289 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized remote access.

How do I fix CVE-2015-7289?

To fix CVE-2015-7289, update the firmware of the Arris devices to a version that does not use a hardcoded administrator password.

Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-7289?

CVE-2015-7289 affects Arris DG860A, TG862A, and TG862G devices with specific firmware versions.

What type of access can attackers obtain due to CVE-2015-7289?

Attackers can gain unauthorized access via the web management interface, SSH, TELNET, or SNMP due to CVE-2015-7289.

Is there a known workaround for CVE-2015-7289?

There is no effective workaround for CVE-2015-7289; updating the firmware is the only recommended solution.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2015-7289

critical

9.3

CWE

255

21/11/2015

6/8/2024

CVE-2015-7289

First published: Sat Nov 21 2015(Updated: )

Arris DG860A, TG862A, and TG862G devices with firmware TS0703128_100611 through TS0705125D_031115 have a hardcoded administrator password derived from a serial number, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via the web management interface, SSH, TELNET, or SNMP.

Credit: cret@cert.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Arris Na Model 862 Gw Mono Firmware	=ts070593c_073013
Arris Na Model 862 Gw Mono Firmware	=ts0703128_100611
Arris Na Model 862 Gw Mono Firmware	=ts0703135_112211
Arris Na Model 862 Gw Mono Firmware	=ts0705125_062314
Arris Na Model 862 Gw Mono Firmware	=ts0705125d_031115
Arris DG860A
Arris Tg862a
Arris Tg862g

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Reference Links

http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/419568

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-7289?
CVE-2015-7289 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized remote access.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7289?
To fix CVE-2015-7289, update the firmware of the Arris devices to a version that does not use a hardcoded administrator password.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-7289?
CVE-2015-7289 affects Arris DG860A, TG862A, and TG862G devices with specific firmware versions.
What type of access can attackers obtain due to CVE-2015-7289?
Attackers can gain unauthorized access via the web management interface, SSH, TELNET, or SNMP due to CVE-2015-7289.
Is there a known workaround for CVE-2015-7289?
There is no effective workaround for CVE-2015-7289; updating the firmware is the only recommended solution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-7289?
CVE-2015-7289 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized remote access.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7289?
To fix CVE-2015-7289, update the firmware of the Arris devices to a version that does not use a hardcoded administrator password.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-7289?
CVE-2015-7289 affects Arris DG860A, TG862A, and TG862G devices with specific firmware versions.
What type of access can attackers obtain due to CVE-2015-7289?
Attackers can gain unauthorized access via the web management interface, SSH, TELNET, or SNMP due to CVE-2015-7289.
Is there a known workaround for CVE-2015-7289?
There is no effective workaround for CVE-2015-7289; updating the firmware is the only recommended solution.