CVE-2019-3950

Description

Arlo Basestation firmware 1.12.0.1_27940 and prior contain a hardcoded username and password combination that allows root access to the device when an onboard serial interface is connected to.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.47%
Vendor Advisory arlo.com
Affected: Arlo Basestation firmware
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://kb.arlo.com/000062274/Security-Advisory-for-Networking-Misconfiguration-and-Insufficient-UART-Protection-Mechanisms vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-3950?
CVE-2019-3950 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-3950?
To fix CVE-2019-3950, 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-2019-3950 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2019-3950 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2019-3950?
CVE-2019-3950 affects Arlo Basestation firmware.
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