Static Default Credential Vulnerability in D-Link DIR845L Router
CVE-2022-38557

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

D-Link
Status
Dir-845l Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 August 2022

What is CVE-2022-38557?

The D-Link DIR845L router versions v1.00 to v1.03 have a security flaw that allows unauthorized access through static default credentials stored in the script '/etc/init0.d/S80telnetd.sh'. This vulnerability poses a significant risk as it can be exploited by attackers to gain administrative access to the device. Users are advised to change default credentials and update their devices to mitigate potential threats.

References

https://www.dlink.com/en/security-bulletin/
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https://github.com/xxy1126/Vuln/tree/main/3
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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