CVE-2016-8717
First published: Mon Apr 02 2018(Updated: )
An exploitable Use of Hard-coded Credentials vulnerability exists in the Moxa AWK-3131A Wireless Access Point running firmware 1.1. The device operating system contains an undocumented, privileged (root) account with hard-coded credentials, giving attackers full control of affected devices.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Moxa AWK-3131A firmware | =1.1 | |
| Moxa AWK-3131A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-8717?
CVE-2016-8717 is a vulnerability that allows attackers to gain full control of Moxa AWK-3131A Wireless Access Points by exploiting hard-coded credentials in the firmware.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-8717?
Moxa AWK-3131A Wireless Access Points running firmware version 1.1 are affected by CVE-2016-8717.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2016-8717?
CVE-2016-8717 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2016-8717?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2016-8717 by using the hard-coded credentials to gain privileged (root) access to the Moxa AWK-3131A Wireless Access Point.
Is there a fix or patch for CVE-2016-8717?
It is recommended to update the firmware of the Moxa AWK-3131A Wireless Access Point to a version that does not have the hard-coded credentials vulnerability.
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