CVE-2024-42638 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

H3C Magic B1ST v100R012 was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
H3C	Magic B1St Firmware	100r012
H3C	Magic B1St	-

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-798

References

https://palm-vertebra-fe9.notion.site/H3C-Magic-B1STV100R012-was-discovered-to-cExploitThird Party Advisory
https://www.h3c.com/cn/d_201609/956059_30005_0.htmProduct

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-42638?

CVE-2024-42638 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). H3C Magic B1ST v100R012 was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root.

How severe is CVE-2024-42638?

CVE-2024-42638 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-42638?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: H3C Magic B1St Firmware, H3C Magic B1St.