Vulnerability identifier: #VU69475

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-40602

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
LTE3301-M209
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor: ZyXEL Communications Corp.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to a pre-configured password issue. A remote attacker can use an improper pre-configured password and access the target device

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

LTE3301-M209: 1.00(ABLG.4)C0

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External links
http://www.zyxel.com/global/en/support/security-advisories/zyxel-security-advisory-for-pre-configured-password-vulnerability-of-lte3301-m209

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.