CVE-2011-4860

Description

The ComputePassword function in the Schneider Electric Quantum Ethernet Module on the NOE 771 device (aka the Quantum 140NOE771* module) generates the password for the fwupgrade account by performing a calculation on the MAC address, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a (1) ARP request message or (2) Neighbor Solicitation message.

Category

10.0
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.58% Top 20%
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2011-4860?
CVE-2011-4860 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2011-4860?
To fix CVE-2011-4860, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2011-4860 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2011-4860 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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