CVE-2013-3542
CWE-798Published: December 11, 2019· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
Official Description
Grandstream GXV3501, GXV3504, GXV3601, GXV3601HD/LL, GXV3611HD/LL, GXV3615W/P, GXV3651FHD, GXV3662HD, GXV3615WP_HD, GXV3500, and possibly other camera models with firmware 1.0.4.11, have a hardcoded account "!#/" with the same password, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a TELNET session.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2013-3542 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 10.0.
The vulnerability has a "Changed" scope, meaning successful exploitation can impact components beyond the vulnerable component itself — such as the host operating system or adjacent services.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2013-3542 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts