OptiSwitch remote root compromise

From: CrazZzy Slash (slashat_private)
Date: Wed Jun 25 2003 - 20:03:55 PDT

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    Hello bugtraq :)
    
    I've found bug in OptiSwitch 400 and 800 series, maybe another series :) So abou
    t: then you connecting to the switch via telnet or console you may gain root acc
    ess pressing Crtl+C <cr><cr> so you will :)
    
    Ok here is detailed information...
    
    Manufactor:
    MRV Communications, Inc.
    http://www.mrv.com
    
    Product:
    OptiSwitch 400 / 800 series, possibly others (not tested)
    http://www.mrv.com/products/line/optiswitch.php
    
    Exploit:
    Press Ctrl+C <cr><cr> while connecting to the switch and you're welcome :) Enjoy
     ;)
    
    Manufactor informed:
    No, too busy for this, only for you bugtraq :)
    
    Date 24.06.2003
    
    slashat_private
    



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