Remote Command Execution Vulnerability in Aterm HC100RC by NEC
CVE-2018-0636

7.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Nec Corporation

Status
Hc100rc
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 January 2019

What is CVE-2018-0636?

An issue exists in the Aterm HC100RC device, where an attacker with administrative access can exploit a vulnerability through the FactoryPassword parameter on specific URLs. This flaw allows for the execution of arbitrary operating system commands, potentially leading to further system compromise or control. Users should ensure they are using updated versions and apply any necessary patches to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

HC100RC Ver1.0.1 and earlier

References

https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN84825660/index.html
third-party-advisoryx_refsource_JVN
https://jpn.nec.com/security-info/secinfo/nv18-011.html
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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