Vulnerability Description
Hughes high-performance broadband satellite modems, models HN7740S DW7000 HN7000S/SM, is vulnerable to an authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel. By default, port 1953 is accessible via telnet and does not require authentication. An unauthenticated remote user can access many administrative commands via this interface, including rebooting the modem.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hughes | Hn7740S Firmware | 6.9.0.34 |
| Hughes | Hn7740S | - |
| Hughes | Dw7000 Firmware | 6.9.0.34 |
| Hughes | Dw7000 | - |
| Hughes | Hn7000S Firmware | 6.9.0.34 |
| Hughes | Hn7000S | - |
| Hughes | Hn7000Sm Firmware | 6.9.0.34 |
| Hughes | Hn7000Sm | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/614751Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96244Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/614751Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96244Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-9497?
CVE-2016-9497 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Hughes high-performance broadband satellite modems, models HN7740S DW7000 HN7000S/SM, is vulnerable to an authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel. By default, port 1953 is accessible ...
How severe is CVE-2016-9497?
CVE-2016-9497 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-9497?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hughes Hn7740S Firmware, Hughes Hn7740S, Hughes Dw7000 Firmware, Hughes Dw7000, Hughes Hn7000S Firmware.