Unauthorized Telnet Access in TOTOLINK EX1200T Router

CVE-2021-42892

What is CVE-2021-42892?

The TOTOLINK EX1200T router is vulnerable due to the existence of default username and password credentials in its firmware. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to initiate a telnet session without any prior authentication. This opens the door for potential unauthorized access to the device, allowing malicious actors to manipulate or control the router settings, jeopardizing network security.

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