7.1
CWE
281
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-25646: Permission and Access Control Vulnerability in ZTE H388X

First published: Thu Jun 20 2024(Updated: )

There is an unauthorized access vulnerability in ZTE H388X. If H388X is caused by brute-force serial port cracking,attackers with common user permissions can use this vulnerability to obtain elevated permissions on the affected device by performing specific operations.

Credit: psirt@zte.com.cn

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Zte Zxhn H388x
All of
Zte Zxhn H388x=10.1_agzhm_1.3.1
ZTE ZXHN H388X

Remedy

H388X V10.1: AGZHM_1.4.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-25646?

    CVE-2023-25646 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access and privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-25646?

    To fix CVE-2023-25646, ensure that you apply the latest firmware update provided by ZTE for the H388X device.

  • What devices are affected by CVE-2023-25646?

    CVE-2023-25646 affects the ZTE H388X and specifically the firmware version 10.1_agzhm_1.3.1.

  • What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2023-25646?

    CVE-2023-25646 can be exploited through brute-force attacks on the serial port, allowing for unauthorized elevation of privileges.

  • What permissions do attackers gain through CVE-2023-25646?

    Attackers exploiting CVE-2023-25646 can obtain elevated permissions on the affected ZTE H388X device, potentially compromising its security.

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