CVE-2020-6871

The server management software module of ZTE has an authentication issue vulnerability, which allows users to skip the authentication of the server and execute…

published July 20, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
79.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A crafty oversight lets users bypass authentication altogether! This vulnerability in ZTE's server management software means commands meant for high-level users can be executed by anyone who gets in. 🔥 Think of it like a gated community with a faulty entry system — anyone can just walk in without showing ID, potentially accessing high-value properties without any checks! This authentication flaw could allow unauthorized users to execute critical commands as if they were trusted administrators. It’s like handing a master key to all your valuables, leaving your system vulnerable to misuse and serious data breaches!

Put simply

Think of it like a gated community with a faulty entry system — anyone can just walk in without showing ID, potentially accessing high-value properties without any checks! This vulnerability arises from a lack of proper authentication checks, permitting users to skip login procedures and directly issue commands intended for high-level privileges.

What to do

This authentication flaw could allow unauthorized users to execute critical commands as if they were trusted administrators. It’s like handing a master key to all your valuables, leaving your system vulnerable to misuse and serious data breaches! To safeguard your systems, patch to the latest firmware versions listed for R5300, R8500, and R5500 models. Make sure to review access controls and enforce strong authentication measures to prevent unauthorized command execution. You've got this! By taking action now, you can bolster your security and keep your systems safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01880 · 79.3th percentile
Published
2020-07-20T17:02Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 JUL 17:02Z
    The server management software module of ZTE has an authentication issue vulnerability, which allows users to skip the authentication of the server and execute…
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