CVE-2012-2949

Description

The ZTE sync_agent program for Android 2.3.4 on the Score M device uses a hardcoded ztex1609523 password to control access to commands, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application.

Category

10.0
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.93% Top 20%
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0%2C2817%2C2404639%2C00.asp
http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/05/18/us-zte-phone-idUSBRE84H08J20120518
http://blog.mylookout.com/blog/2012/05/21/zte-security-vulnerability

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-2949?
CVE-2012-2949 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2012-2949?
To fix CVE-2012-2949, 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-2012-2949 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2012-2949 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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