CVE-2023-24022: Hard Coded Credential Crypt Vulnerability

Published Jan 24, 2023
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Updated

Baicells Nova 227, Nova 233, and Nova 243 LTE TDD eNodeB devices with firmware through RTS/RTD 3.7.11.3 have hardcoded credentials that are easily discovered and can be used by remote attackers to authenticate via ssh. (The credentials are stored in the firmware, encrypted by the crypt function.)

Affected Software

5 affected components
Baicells Rtd Firmware<3.7.11.6
Baicells Rts Firmware<3.7.11.6
Baicells Nova227
Baicells Nova233
Baicells Nova243

Remediation

Information

Baicells recommends that all customers currently running an earlier version of RTS/RTD upgrade their products to the 3.7.11.6 firmware.

Event History

Jan 24, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:51 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:51 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-24022?

CVE-2023-24022 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to the presence of hardcoded credentials that can be exploited by remote attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-24022?

To mitigate CVE-2023-24022, update the firmware on Baicells Nova 227, Nova 233, and Nova 243 devices to version 3.7.11.6 or later.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2023-24022?

CVE-2023-24022 affects Baicells Nova 227, Nova 233, and Nova 243 LTE TDD eNodeB devices running firmware versions prior to 3.7.11.6.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-24022?

CVE-2023-24022 is a security vulnerability that involves hardcoded credentials, allowing unauthorized remote access to the affected devices.

5

Can CVE-2023-24022 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-24022 can be exploited remotely by attackers who can discover and utilize the hardcoded credentials for ssh authentication.

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