CVE-2015-10148
CWE-321Published: April 3, 2026· Updated: Apr 7, 2026
Official Description
Hirschmann HiLCOS devices OpenBAT, WLC, BAT300, BAT54 prior to 8.80 and OpenBAT prior to 9.10 are shipped with identical default SSH and SSL keys that cannot be changed, allowing unauthenticated remote attackers to decrypt or intercept encrypted management communications. Attackers can perform man-in-the-middle attacks, impersonate devices, and expose sensitive information by leveraging the shared default cryptographic keys across multiple devices.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2015-10148 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), with a CVSS base score of 8.2.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2015-10148 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts