Hidden SSH Service with Hardcoded Credentials Allows Access to Appliance Operating System
CVE-2024-28812

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Infinera

Vendor
CVE Published:
30 September 2024

What is CVE-2024-28812?

A significant security flaw has been identified within the Infinera hiT 7300 model 5.60.50. This vulnerability stems from a concealed SSH service present in the local management network interface. Attackers can exploit this issue by leveraging hardcoded credentials, which grants them the capability to access the appliance's operating system with elevated privileges via SSH. This can lead to unauthorized control over the device, posing serious risks to network integrity and operational security.

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