CVE-2024-42637

H3C R3010 v100R002L02 was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root

Critical · published August 16, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
45.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A hardcoded password in /etc/shadow means attackers can waltz right in as root on H3C R3010 v100R002L02! 🔥 Think of it like a hotel room with a master key left under the doormat—anyone can let themselves in without so much as a knock! 🏨 This is absolutely devastating! An attacker could gain complete control of the system, allowing them to access sensitive data, install malicious software, and wreak havoc without any obstacles in their way. The implications for security are staggering, especially in environments relying on this device.

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel room with a master key left under the doormat—anyone can let themselves in without so much as a knock! 🏨 This vulnerability arises from a hardcoded password within the device's /etc/shadow file, allowing unauthorized users to log in as the root user without any authentication.

What to do

This is absolutely devastating! An attacker could gain complete control of the system, allowing them to access sensitive data, install malicious software, and wreak havoc without any obstacles in their way. The implications for security are staggering, especially in environments relying on this device. Immediately patch to version v100R002L03 or higher to eliminate this vulnerability. Also, review your device configurations and consider changing any default security settings. Don't forget to monitor login attempts for any suspicious activity! You've got this! Follow these steps, and you'll keep your systems secure and running smoothly. 🛡️

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
0.00559 · 45.8th percentile
Published
2024-08-16T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 AUG 00:00Z
    H3C R3010 v100R002L02 was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root
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