CVE-2016-6551

Intellian Satellite TV antennas t-Series and v-Series, firmware version 1.07, uses default credentials

published July 13, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
86.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Default credentials still in play! The Intellian Satellite TV antennas t-Series and v-Series are vulnerable with simple passwords like 'ftp/ftp' or 'intellian:12345678' — a hacker’s dream come true! 🔥 Think of it like leaving your front door wide open with just a flimsy curtain as a cover — anyone can waltz right in without even knocking! An attacker gaining access could take over your satellite system, altering settings, spying on usage, or even disrupting service. This could lead to unauthorized control that compromises the security of your entire network!

Put simply

Think of it like leaving your front door wide open with just a flimsy curtain as a cover — anyone can waltz right in without even knocking! The vulnerability stems from the use of non-random default credentials, allowing remote network attackers to easily access and control the device. This means devices running firmware version 1.07 are particularly at risk if the default credentials have not been changed.

What to do

An attacker gaining access could take over your satellite system, altering settings, spying on usage, or even disrupting service. This could lead to unauthorized control that compromises the security of your entire network! Immediately change the default credentials on your Intellian antennas to something strong and unique. Audit all network settings and ensure firmware is up to date with the latest security patches. You've got the power to secure your devices! Follow these steps to safeguard your satellite system like a pro! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02842 · 86.5th percentile
Published
2018-07-13T20:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 JUL 20:00Z
    Intellian Satellite TV antennas t-Series and v-Series, firmware version 1.07, uses default credentials
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