CVE-2021-27372
First published: Thu Mar 25 2021(Updated: )
Realtek xPON RTL9601D SDK 1.9 stores passwords in plaintext which may allow attackers to possibly gain access to the device with root permissions via the build-in network monitoring tool and execute arbitrary commands.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Realtek Xpon Rtl9601d Software Development Kit | =1.9 | |
| Realtek xPON RTL9601D |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-27372?
CVE-2021-27372 is a vulnerability in Realtek xPON RTL9601D SDK 1.9 that allows attackers to gain access to the device with root permissions via the build-in network monitoring tool and execute arbitrary commands.
How severe is CVE-2021-27372?
CVE-2021-27372 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-27372?
Realtek xPON RTL9601D SDK 1.9 is affected by CVE-2021-27372.
How are passwords stored in Realtek xPON RTL9601D SDK 1.9?
Passwords are stored in plaintext in Realtek xPON RTL9601D SDK 1.9.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2021-27372?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2021-27372 by using the build-in network monitoring tool to gain access to the device with root permissions and execute arbitrary commands.
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