CVE-2024-8448: PLANET Technology switch devices - Remote privilege escalation using hard-coded credentials

Published Sep 30, 2024
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Updated

Certain switch models from PLANET Technology have a hard-coded credential in the specific command-line interface, allowing remote attackers with regular privilege to log in with this credential and obtain a Linux root shell.

Affected Software

4 affected components
All of the following
Planet Gs-4210-24p2s Firmware<3.305b240802
Planet Gs-4210-24p2s=3.0
All of the following
Planet Gs-4210-24pl4c Firmware<2.305b240719
Planet Gs-4210-24pl4c=2.0

Remediation

Information

Update firmware of GS-4210-24PL4C hardware 2.0 to version 2.305b240719 or later. Update firmware of GS-4210-24P2S hardware 3.0 to version 3.305b240802 or later.

Event History

Sep 30, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:36 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:36 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8448?

CVE-2024-8448 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its remote exploitability and the presence of hard-coded credentials.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-8448?

To remediate CVE-2024-8448, update the firmware of the affected PLANET Technology switch models to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2024-8448?

CVE-2024-8448 affects specific PLANET Technology switch models including GS-4210-24P2S and GS-4210-24PL4C with certain firmware versions.

4

Can CVE-2024-8448 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-8448 can be exploited remotely by attackers who can then gain unauthorized access to the device's root shell.

5

What are the consequences of not fixing CVE-2024-8448?

Failing to fix CVE-2024-8448 could lead to unauthorized access and control over the network devices, posing significant security risks.

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