CVE Catalog

CVE-1999-1420

High
Published: Updated: Translated: NVD NIST

Exploitation Probability (EPSS)

High risk
2.93%

85th percentile - higher than 85% of all known CVEs

Summary

NBase switches NH2012, NH2012R, NH2015, and NH2048 have a back door password that cannot be disabled, allowing remote attackers to modify the switch's configuration.

Risk Assessment

The presence of a back door poses a serious security risk as attackers can remotely alter device settings, potentially leading to loss of control over the network.

Recommendation

It is recommended to replace vulnerable switches with models that do not have a back door and to implement additional security measures to protect the network infrastructure.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

NBase switches NH2012, NH2012R, NH2015, and NH2048 have a back door password that cannot be disabled, which allows remote attackers to modify the switch's configuration.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS