Hardcoded Credential Vulnerability in ZTE ZXDSL 831CII Router

CVE-2014-9183

What is CVE-2014-9183?

The ZTE ZXDSL 831CII router is affected by a vulnerability due to the use of a hardcoded password for the admin account. This factory-set default password ('admin') can be exploited by remote attackers, granting them unauthorized administrative access to the device. By exploiting this weakness, attackers can manipulate the device’s settings, potentially compromising the entire network it supports. Users are strongly urged to change default passwords and implement robust security measures to safeguard their network devices.

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