CVE-2025-25428

CVE-2025-25428 is a high-severity vulnerability in Trendnet Tew-929dru Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.0. 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-259.

Key facts

Description

TRENDnet TEW-929DRU 1.0.0.10 was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-25428?
TRENDnet TEW-929DRU 1.0.0.10 was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root.
How severe is CVE-2025-25428?
CVE-2025-25428 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.0, rated high severity. It is exploitable over an adjacent network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2025-25428 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2025-25428?
CVE-2025-25428 affects Trendnet Tew-929dru Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2025-25428?
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.
Does CVE-2025-25428 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2025-25428 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-5927.
When was CVE-2025-25428 published?
CVE-2025-25428 was published on 2025-02-28 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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