MEDIUM
CVE-2020-29138
CWE-306Published: November 27, 2020· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
5.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Incorrect Access Control in the configuration backup path in SAGEMCOM F@ST3486 NET DOCSIS 3.0, software NET_4.109.0, allows remote unauthenticated users to download the router configuration file via the /backupsettings.conf URI, when any valid session is running.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2020-29138 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.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
sagemcom2 product(s)
f\@st 3486 router firmwaref\@st 3486 router
Source: NVD CPE · 2 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2020-29138
CVSS Score5.3 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-306
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedNov 27, 2020
Related CVEs (CWE-306)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2020-29138 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.