CVE-2021-27153

An issue was discovered on FiberHome HG6245D devices through RP2613

published February 10, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
20%
Percentile
97.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Hardcoded credentials alert! FiberHome HG6245D devices are shipped with the default username 'trueadmin' and password 'admintrue' — that's like leaving the front door wide open with a welcome mat! 🔥 Think of it as a hotel that gives every guest the same room key with the name tag still attached — anyone can waltz in without even needing to check in! If an attacker gets their hands on these credentials, they could easily gain unauthorized access to sensitive configurations and potentially control the entire network. This could lead to data leakage, tampering, or even worse consequences for users relying on this ISP!

Put simply

Think of it as a hotel that gives every guest the same room key with the name tag still attached — anyone can waltz in without even needing to check in! This vulnerability arises from hardcoded credentials in the web daemon of FiberHome HG6245D devices, which could allow unauthorized users to gain access to the device’s management interface.

What to do

If an attacker gets their hands on these credentials, they could easily gain unauthorized access to sensitive configurations and potentially control the entire network. This could lead to data leakage, tampering, or even worse consequences for users relying on this ISP! To protect against this vulnerability, change the default credentials immediately and ensure that strong, unique passwords are used. Monitor devices for any unauthorized access attempts and stay updated with any vendor patches. You’ve got this! By securing those credentials, you’re one step closer to being a security hero! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.20297 · 97.5th percentile
Published
2021-02-10T18:38Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 FEB 18:38Z
    An issue was discovered on FiberHome HG6245D devices through RP2613
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