CVE-2023-22920

CVE-2023-22920 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Zyxel Lte3202-m437 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. 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-284.

Key facts

Description

A security misconfiguration vulnerability exists in the Zyxel LTE3316-M604 firmware version V2.00(ABMP.6)C0 due to a factory default misconfiguration intended for testing purposes. A remote attacker could leverage this vulnerability to access an affected device using Telnet.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-22920?
A security misconfiguration vulnerability exists in the Zyxel LTE3316-M604 firmware version V2.00(ABMP.6)C0 due to a factory default misconfiguration intended for testing purposes. A remote attacker could leverage this vulnerability to access an affected device using Telnet.
How severe is CVE-2023-22920?
CVE-2023-22920 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2023-22920 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-22920?
CVE-2023-22920 primarily affects Zyxel Lte3202-m437 Firmware. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-22920?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2023-22920 published?
CVE-2023-22920 was published on 2023-02-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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