CWE
798
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-52789

First published: Tue Nov 19 2024(Updated: )

Tenda W30E v2.0 V16.01.0.8 was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc_ro/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Tenda W30e Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-52789?

    CVE-2024-52789 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to the presence of a hardcoded password that allows full root access.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-52789?

    To mitigate CVE-2024-52789, update the firmware of the Tenda W30E to a version that addresses the hardcoded password issue.

  • What types of devices are affected by CVE-2024-52789?

    CVE-2024-52789 affects Tenda W30E v2.0 devices running firmware version V16.01.0.8.

  • What are the potential risks of CVE-2024-52789?

    The risks of CVE-2024-52789 include unauthorized access to the device and potential compromise of the network.

  • Is there a proof of concept available for CVE-2024-52789?

    Yes, there are known proof of concepts that demonstrate exploitability of CVE-2024-52789 due to the hardcoded password.

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