CVE-2006-0834 in UIP1868P
Summary
by MITRE
Uniden UIP1868P VoIP Telephone and Router has a default password of admin for the web-based configuration utility, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information on the device such as telephone numbers called, and possibly connect to other hosts. NOTE: it is possible that this password was configured by a reseller, not the original vendor; if so, then this is not a vulnerability in the product.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/01/2017
The CVE-2006-0834 vulnerability affects the Uniden UIP1868P VoIP telephone and router device, presenting a critical security weakness through its default administrative credentials. This device, designed for voice over internet protocol communications, includes a web-based configuration utility that ships with a hardcoded default password of "admin" for the administrative account. The vulnerability stems from the device manufacturer's failure to implement proper authentication mechanisms or enforce password changes during initial setup, creating an inherent security flaw that persists across deployments.
The technical flaw represents a classic case of weak authentication and default credential usage, classified under CWE-798 as the use of hard-coded credentials. This weakness allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized access to the device's administrative interface without requiring additional authentication factors or prior knowledge of legitimate user credentials. The default password configuration creates a persistent backdoor that remains active regardless of network segmentation or other security controls, making it particularly dangerous in enterprise environments where such devices may be deployed without proper security hardening.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access, as the administrative interface provides access to sensitive telephony data including call logs and telephone number information. This exposure creates potential privacy violations and data leakage risks, particularly in corporate or residential settings where personal communication data may be accessible through the compromised device. Additionally, the vulnerability enables attackers to potentially reconfigure network settings or establish connections to other hosts within the network, creating opportunities for lateral movement and further compromise of the network infrastructure.
Security professionals should note that this vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1078.004 which covers legitimate credentials and default credentials, and represents a common pattern in IoT and networking equipment where manufacturers prioritize ease of deployment over security. The device's configuration utility allows for remote access, making the vulnerability exploitable from outside the local network perimeter. The potential for reseller configuration modifications, as noted in the original description, suggests that while the vendor may not be directly responsible for this weakness, the device's security posture remains compromised regardless of who configured the default credentials. Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including changing default passwords, disabling unnecessary administrative interfaces, and conducting comprehensive network audits to identify affected devices. Network segmentation and firewall rules should be implemented to restrict access to administrative ports, while regular security assessments should be performed to ensure proper credential management and device hardening practices are maintained across all VoIP and networking equipment deployments.