CVE-2016-6825

Huawei XH620 V3, XH622 V3, and XH628 V3 servers with software before V100R003C00SPC610, RH1288 V3 servers with software before V100R003C00SPC613, RH2288 V3…

published September 7, 2016

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A missing authentication protection is like leaving the front door wide open! Attackers could easily brute-force their way in and grab passwords in Huawei servers before specific versions. 🔓 Think of it as a hotel without any locks on the doors; anyone can just stroll in and check out your valuables without so much as a guest badge. This vulnerability permits attackers to test password combinations without breaking a sweat, leading to potential unauthorized access. If exploited, an attacker could obtain sensitive passwords, paving the way for unauthorized control of affected servers. Imagine the chaos that could ensue if an intruder gains access to your systems—data breaches, compromised information, and operational disruptions could follow. This is a situation you definitely want to avoid!

Put simply

Think of it as a hotel without any locks on the doors; anyone can just stroll in and check out your valuables without so much as a guest badge. This vulnerability permits attackers to test password combinations without breaking a sweat, leading to potential unauthorized access. Multiple Huawei server models lack proper authentication protections, enabling remote attackers to launch brute-force attacks and potentially access user passwords without detection. This means attackers can keep trying combinations until they find the right one—like a relentless door-to-door salesman trying every key on his ring.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could obtain sensitive passwords, paving the way for unauthorized control of affected servers. Imagine the chaos that could ensue if an intruder gains access to your systems—data breaches, compromised information, and operational disruptions could follow. This is a situation you definitely want to avoid! To protect against this vulnerability, upgrade your Huawei servers to V100R003C00SPC610 (for XH620/622/628), V100R003C00SPC613 (for RH1288), V100R003C00SPC617 (for RH2288), and V100R003C00SPC515 (for RH2288H) as soon as possible. Implement strong password policies and consider using two-factor authentication to add an extra layer of security. You've got this! With these steps, you'll be one step closer to securing your servers and leveling up your security hero status! 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02134 · 81.7th percentile
Published
2016-09-07T19:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 SEP 19:00Z
    Huawei XH620 V3, XH622 V3, and XH628 V3 servers with software before V100R003C00SPC610, RH1288 V3 servers with software before V100R003C00SPC613, RH2288 V3…
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