CVE-2020-12773: Realtek ADSL/PON Modem SoC - Security Misconfiguration
First published: Mon Jun 08 2020(Updated: )
A security misconfiguration vulnerability exists in the SDK of some Realtek ADSL/PON Modem SoC firmware, which allows attackers using a default password to execute arbitrary commands remotely via the build-in network monitoring tool.
Credit: twcert@cert.org.tw
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Realtek Adsl Router Soc Firmware |
Remedy
Contact Realtek Semi. Corp. for mitigation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this security misconfiguration vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this security misconfiguration vulnerability is CVE-2020-12773.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-12773?
The severity of CVE-2020-12773 is critical with a score of 8.8.
What is affected by CVE-2020-12773?
The Realtek ADSL/PON Modem SoC firmware is affected by CVE-2020-12773.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2020-12773?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2020-12773 by using a default password to execute arbitrary commands remotely via the build-in network monitoring tool.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-12773?
It is recommended to update the affected Realtek ADSL/PON Modem SoC firmware to the latest version to fix CVE-2020-12773.
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