CVE-2018-20381

Technicolor DPC2320 dpc2300r2-v202r1244101-150420a-v6 devices allow remote attackers to discover credentials via iso.3.6.1.4.1.4491.2.4.1.1.6.1.1.0 and…

published December 23, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
75.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A couple of sneaky SNMP requests is all an attacker needs to uncover credentials on Technicolor DPC2320 devices! Think of it like a waiter who accidentally reveals the secret ingredient of a dish just by asking the chef a few casual questions—surprisingly easy to get sensitive info! If exploited, a remote attacker could access sensitive credentials, potentially gaining unauthorized control over the affected devices. This could lead to further compromises in your network, making it easier for malicious activities to unfold.

Put simply

Think of it like a waiter who accidentally reveals the secret ingredient of a dish just by asking the chef a few casual questions—surprisingly easy to get sensitive info! This vulnerability allows remote attackers to discover credentials through specific SNMP queries targeting the Technicolor DPC2320 devices. By querying the SNMP OIDs iso.3.6.1.4.1.4491.2.4.1.1.6.1.1.0 and iso.3.6.1.4.1.4491.2.4.1.1.6.1.2.0, attackers can retrieve sensitive information without any authentication.

What to do

If exploited, a remote attacker could access sensitive credentials, potentially gaining unauthorized control over the affected devices. This could lead to further compromises in your network, making it easier for malicious activities to unfold. To mitigate this vulnerability, ensure that SNMP is disabled on your devices if not in use. If SNMP is necessary, implement access control lists (ACLs) to restrict which devices can query your SNMP settings. Regularly audit your network for any unauthorized access attempts and consult your device's documentation for secure configuration. You've got this! With a few security tweaks, you'll have those credentials locked down in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01596 · 75.4th percentile
Published
2018-12-23T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 DEC 21:00Z
    Technicolor DPC2320 dpc2300r2-v202r1244101-150420a-v6 devices allow remote attackers to discover credentials via iso.3.6.1.4.1.4491.2.4.1.1.6.1.1.0 and…
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