CVE-2024-38902

H3C Magic R230 V100R002 was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root

Critical · published June 24, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
44.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A hardcoded password is the Achilles' heel of the H3C Magic R230, allowing anyone to waltz in as root without breaking a sweat! 🔥 Think of it like a master key left in plain sight at a hotel — anyone can unlock the doors without needing to book a room. This vulnerability is like that key: no reservations needed, just access granted! With this critical vulnerability, an attacker could seize control of the system entirely, unleashing chaos by altering configurations, installing malware, or stealing sensitive data. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, putting not just the device, but the entire network at risk!

Put simply

Think of it like a master key left in plain sight at a hotel — anyone can unlock the doors without needing to book a room. This vulnerability is like that key: no reservations needed, just access granted! This vulnerability arises from a hardcoded password in the /etc/shadow file, allowing attackers to log in as the root user without authorization, completely bypassing security measures.

What to do

With this critical vulnerability, an attacker could seize control of the system entirely, unleashing chaos by altering configurations, installing malware, or stealing sensitive data. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, putting not just the device, but the entire network at risk! Immediate action is necessary: update H3C Magic R230 to the latest patch version where this issue is fixed. Additionally, review your systems to ensure no other hardcoded credentials are lurking around! You've got this! Follow these steps, and you'll be back in control in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00534 · 44.2th percentile
Published
2024-06-24T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 JUN 00:00Z
    H3C Magic R230 V100R002 was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root
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