CVE-2024-8162: t10 Hardcoded Credentials — Exploit

Description

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in TOTOLINK T10 AC1200 4.1.8cu.5207. Affected is an unknown function of the file /squashfs-root/web_cste/cgi-bin/product.ini of the component Telnet Service. The manipulation leads to hard-coded credentials. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. NOTE: The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-798 CWE-798

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
totolink	t10_firmware	All
totolink	t10	All

References

Exploits

https://github.com/rohitburke/TOTOLINK

Other References

https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.275760 https://vuldb.com/?id.275760 https://vuldb.com/?submit.392015 https://www.totolink.net/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-8162? +

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in TOTOLINK T10 AC1200 4.1.8cu.5207. Affected is an unknown function of the file /squashfs-root/web_cste/cgi-bin/product.ini of the component Telnet Service. The manipulation leads to hard-coded credentials. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. NOTE: The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2024-8162? +

CVE-2024-8162 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.8 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-8162? +

CVE-2024-8162 affects products from totolink, specifically: t10, t10_firmware. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-8162? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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