CVE-2025-46582CWE-321

CVE-2025-46582

High · published October 27, 2025

CVSS v3.1
7.7
EPSS
0%
Percentile
26.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A low-privileged user can easily bypass authorization checks to snag the private key from ZTE's ZXMP M721 — talk about security's Achilles' heel! 🔥 This is like a hotel guest sneaking into a restricted area and finding the master keycard that unlocks every single room — suddenly, they have access to everything behind closed doors! If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they could gain access to sensitive communication streams and potentially hijack confidential conversations. This breach could compromise the integrity of communications and allow unauthorized activities, making it a significant risk for organizations relying on this device.

Put simply

This is like a hotel guest sneaking into a restricted area and finding the master keycard that unlocks every single room — suddenly, they have access to everything behind closed doors! This vulnerability allows low-privileged users to bypass the necessary authorization checks in ZTE's ZXMP M721, enabling them to view the device's communication private key.

What to do

If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they could gain access to sensitive communication streams and potentially hijack confidential conversations. This breach could compromise the integrity of communications and allow unauthorized activities, making it a significant risk for organizations relying on this device. To mitigate this vulnerability, update the ZXMP M721 firmware to the latest version that addresses this issue and ensure proper access controls are enforced for all user roles. Regular audits of user permissions are also crucial to prevent similar issues in the future. You've got this! With the right steps, you can lock down your security and keep those keys safely guarded! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
7.7 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00341 · 26.3th percentile
Weakness
CWE-321 · Use of Hard-coded Cryptographic Key
Published
2025-10-27T13:15Z
References (1)
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 OCT 08:44Z
    Private Key Disclosure Vulnerability in ZTE ZXMP M721 Product
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