CVE-2017-20234 in GarrettCom Magnum 6K Managed Switch
Summary
GarrettCom Magnum 6K and 10K managed switches contain an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to gain unauthorized access by exploiting a hardcoded string in the authentication mechanism. Attackers can bypass login controls to access administrative functions and sensitive switch configuration without valid credentials.
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Responsible
VulnCheck
Reservation
04/03/2026
Disclosure
04/04/2026
Status
Confirmed
Entries
VulDB provides additional information and datapoints for this CVE:
| ID | Vulnerability | CWE | Exp | Cou | CVE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 355247 | Belden GarrettCom Magnum 6K Managed Switch hard-coded credentials | 798 | Not defined | Official fix | CVE-2017-20234 |