CVE-2014-8579 describes a critical vulnerability in TRENDnet TEW-823DRU devices running firmware prior to version 1.00b36, where a hardcoded root password ("kcodeskcodes") allows for unauthorized FTP access. This vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 9.8 (Critical) due to its network-based attack vector, low complexity, and potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no active exploitation or public exploit code is noted, and community discussion is minimal, the inherent risk remains high for unpatched devices.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 1.00b30CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:trendnet:tew-823dru_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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The average CVE in this peer group has 0.3 InfoSec Media, 0.0 Vendor Blog, and 0.0 Security Researcher mentions.
Remediation records are not available for this CVE.