How severe is CVE-2010-2966?

CVE-2010-2966 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2010-2966 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2010-2966?

CVE-2010-2966 primarily affects Windriver Vxworks. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2010-2966?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2010-2966 published?

CVE-2010-2966 was published on 2010-08-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2010-2966

CVE-2010-2966 is a high-severity vulnerability in Windriver Vxworks with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-255.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (72nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-255
Affected product: Windriver Vxworks
Published: 2010-08-05
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The INCLUDE_SECURITY functionality in Wind River VxWorks 6.x, 5.x, and earlier uses the LOGIN_USER_NAME and LOGIN_USER_PASSWORD (aka LOGIN_PASSWORD) parameters to create hardcoded credentials, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a (1) telnet, (2) rlogin, or (3) FTP session.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-2966?: The INCLUDE_SECURITY functionality in Wind River VxWorks 6.x, 5.x, and earlier uses the LOGIN_USER_NAME and LOGIN_USER_PASSWORD (aka LOGIN_PASSWORD) parameters to create hardcoded credentials, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a (1) telnet, (2) rlogin, or (3) FTP session.
How severe is CVE-2010-2966?: CVE-2010-2966 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2010-2966 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2010-2966?: CVE-2010-2966 primarily affects Windriver Vxworks. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-2966?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2010-2966 published?: CVE-2010-2966 was published on 2010-08-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:o:windriver:vxworks:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:windriver:vxworks:5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:windriver:vxworks:5.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:windriver:vxworks:6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:windriver:vxworks:6.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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