PatchTheCVECVE-2001-1538: SpeedXess HA-120 DSL router has a default administrative password of "speedxess", which allows remote attacker
CVE-2001-1538 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting ha-120 dsl router. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
SpeedXess HA-120 DSL router has a default administrative password of "speedxess", which allows remote attackers to gain access.
Why this priority
- High severity
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.8% (top 22%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2001-12-31 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2001-1538?
ha-120 dsl router: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2001-1538 being exploited?
CVE-2001-1538 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2001-1538 affect?
CVE-2001-1538 affects ha-120 dsl router. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). SpeedXess HA-120 DSL router has a default administrative password of "speedxess", which allows remote attackers to gain access.
How urgent is CVE-2001-1538?
Priority 46/100. High severity