Vulnerability Description
Nortel CVX 1800 is installed with a default "public" community string, which allows remote attackers to read usernames and passwords and modify the CVX configuration.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nortel | Cvx 1800 Multi-Service Access Switch | 3.6.3 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-04/0272.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/267627
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8848.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/403315US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4507ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-04/0272.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/267627
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8848.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/403315US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4507ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0540?
CVE-2002-0540 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Nortel CVX 1800 is installed with a default "public" community string, which allows remote attackers to read usernames and passwords and modify the CVX configuration.
How severe is CVE-2002-0540?
CVE-2002-0540 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-0540?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nortel Cvx 1800 Multi-Service Access Switch.