Is CVE-2021-38462 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2021-38462 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2021-38462 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2021-38462 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2021-38462?

CVE-2021-38462 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2021-38462

CWE-521Published: October 19, 2021· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

InHand Networks IR615 Router's Versions 2.3.0.r4724 and 2.3.0.r4870 does not enforce an efficient password policy. This may allow an attacker with obtained user credentials to enumerate passwords and impersonate other application users and perform operations on their behalf.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2021-38462 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 9.8.