CVE-2024-54750: Critical severity ubiquiti u6-series vulnerability

Published Dec 6, 2024
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Updated

Ubiquiti U6-LR 6.6.65 was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root. NOTE: In Ubiquiti's view there is no vulnerability as the Hardcoded Password should be after setup not before.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Ubiquiti U6-LR

Event History

Dec 6, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-54750?

CVE-2024-54750 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the existence of a hardcoded root password.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-54750?

To mitigate CVE-2024-54750, it is recommended to change the hardcoded password after the initial setup of the Ubiquiti U6-LR.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-54750?

CVE-2024-54750 may allow unauthorized access to the device, enabling attackers to gain root privileges.

4

Which products are affected by CVE-2024-54750?

CVE-2024-54750 affects the Ubiquiti U6-LR product.

5

Has Ubiquiti acknowledged CVE-2024-54750 as a vulnerability?

Ubiquiti views the hardcoded password issue in CVE-2024-54750 as not a vulnerability since it should be addressed post-setup.

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