CVE-2023-2790: TOTOLINK N200RE Telnet Service custom.conf password in configuration file

Published May 18, 2023
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Updated

A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in TOTOLINK N200RE 9.3.5u.6255B20211224. Affected is an unknown function of the file /squashfs-root/etcro/custom.conf of the component Telnet Service. The manipulation leads to password in configuration file. It is possible to launch the attack on the local host. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-229374 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability. NOTE: The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

Affected Software

4 affected components
TOTOLINK N200re Firmware=9.3.5u.6255_b20211224
TOTOLINK N200RE
All of the following
TOTOLINK N200re Firmware=9.3.5u.6255_b20211224
TOTOLINK N200RE

Event History

May 18, 2023
CVE Published
12:31 PM
Data Sourced
12:31 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-2790?

CVE-2023-2790 is a vulnerability in the TOTOLINK N200RE firmware that allows the password in the configuration file to be manipulated.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-2790?

The severity of CVE-2023-2790 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.

3

How does CVE-2023-2790 affect TOTOLINK N200RE?

CVE-2023-2790 affects TOTOLINK N200RE firmware version 9.3.5u.6255_B20211224.

4

Is TOTOLINK N200RE vulnerable to CVE-2023-2790?

TOTOLINK N200RE firmware version 9.3.5u.6255_B20211224 is vulnerable to CVE-2023-2790.

5

How can I fix CVE-2023-2790?

To fix CVE-2023-2790, it is recommended to update the TOTOLINK N200RE firmware to a patched version.

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