Is CVE-2026-29120 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-29120 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-29120 be exploited remotely?

No. CVE-2026-29120 requires local access to exploit.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-29120?

CVE-2026-29120 has a CVSS score of 9.2 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2026-29120

CWE-798Published: March 4, 2026· Updated: Mar 5, 2026

9.2

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.01%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:1.7th

Official Description

The /root/anaconda-ks.cfg installation configuration file in International Datacasting Corporation (IDC) SFX Series(SFX2100) SuperFlex Satellite Receiver insecurely stores the hardcoded root password hash. The password itself is highly insecure and susceptible to offline dictionary attacks using the rockyou.txt wordlist. Because direct root SSH login is disabled, an attacker must first obtain low-privileged access to the system (e.g., via other vulnerabilities) to be able to log in as the root user. The password is hardcoded and so allows for an actor with local access on effected versions to escalate to root

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-29120 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires high privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown

Exploitability

Attack VectorLocal

Attack ComplexityLow

Privileges Req.High

User InteractionNone

ScopeX

Impact

Confidentiality

Integrity

Availability

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