CWE
798
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-38823

First published: Fri Sep 16 2022(Updated: )

In TOTOLINK T6 V4.1.5cu.709_B20210518, there is a hard coded password for root in /etc/shadow.sample.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Totolink T6 Firmware=4.1.5cu.709_b20210518
TOTOLink T6=3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-38823?

    CVE-2022-38823 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the presence of a hard-coded password.

  • How do I fix CVE-2022-38823?

    To fix CVE-2022-38823, you should update the TOTOLINK T6 firmware to a version that removes the hard-coded password.

  • What are the implications of CVE-2022-38823?

    The implications of CVE-2022-38823 include the potential for unauthorized access to the device using the hard-coded root password.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-38823?

    CVE-2022-38823 affects the TOTOLINK T6 firmware version 4.1.5cu.709_B20210518.

  • Is the TOTOLINK T6 hardware vulnerable due to CVE-2022-38823?

    No, the hardware itself is not vulnerable; the vulnerability is specific to the firmware version.

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