Default Credentials Vulnerability in Seeedstudio ReSpeaker LinkIt7688
CVE-2025-9576

2LOW

Key Information:

Vendor

Seeedstudio

Status
Respeaker
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 August 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-9576?

A vulnerability has been identified in the administrative interface of Seeedstudio's ReSpeaker LinkIt7688 related to the use of default credentials stored in the /etc/shadow file. This issue allows local attackers to manipulate access settings and gain potential unauthorized access. The exploitability of this vulnerability requires a significant degree of complexity, demanding a knowledgeable attacker who can navigate the system environment. Publicly available exploits suggest that the risk remains present, despite the vendor being notified of the vulnerability without any response.

Affected Version(s)

ReSpeaker LinkIt7688

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2025-9576 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.321690
vdb-entry
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.321690
signaturepermissions-required
https://vuldb.com/?submit.636068
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
2
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

lxyilu (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-9576 : Default Credentials Vulnerability in Seeedstudio ReSpeaker LinkIt7688