CVE-2013-6034

The firmware on GateHouse; Harris BGAN RF-7800B-VU204 and BGAN RF-7800B-DU204; Hughes Network Systems 9201, 9450, and 9502; Inmarsat; Japan Radio JUE-250 and…

published February 4, 2014

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Hardcoded credentials are lurking in satellite terminal firmware! This sneaky detail could give attackers an easier way into systems without breaking a sweat. 🚀 Think of it like a restaurant that forgot to change the unlock code for the kitchen door — anyone who knows the old code can waltz right in and access everything without a single question asked! With these hardcoded credentials, an attacker could potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive satellite communications. This could lead to data breaches, service disruptions, or even manipulation of critical systems. The risks may be unknown, but the potential fallout is absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that forgot to change the unlock code for the kitchen door — anyone who knows the old code can waltz right in and access everything without a single question asked! Certain satellite terminal firmware has hardcoded login credentials, allowing attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms. This means that if attackers discover these credentials, they could exploit them with unknown methods to gain access to the terminals.

What to do

With these hardcoded credentials, an attacker could potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive satellite communications. This could lead to data breaches, service disruptions, or even manipulation of critical systems. The risks may be unknown, but the potential fallout is absolutely devastating! Ensure that all affected satellite terminals are updated with the latest firmware that addresses this issue. Regularly review and change credentials on your devices to reduce the risk of unauthorized access. Be proactive in monitoring for any unusual activity on the network. You can tackle this! Update those systems and keep your satellite communications secure. You've got this! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02109 · 81.6th percentile
Published
2014-02-04T02:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 04 FEB 02:00Z
    The firmware on GateHouse; Harris BGAN RF-7800B-VU204 and BGAN RF-7800B-DU204; Hughes Network Systems 9201, 9450, and 9502; Inmarsat; Japan Radio JUE-250 and…
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