PatchTheCVECVE-2023-22906: Hero Qubo HCD01_02_V1.38_20220125 devices allow TELNET access with root privileges by default, without a passw
CVE-2023-22906 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting qubo hcd01 firmware, qubo hcd02 firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Hero Qubo HCD01_02_V1.38_20220125 devices allow TELNET access with root privileges by default, without a password.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Adjacent network |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.8% (top 44%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-306 |
| Published | 2023-07-04 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · 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-2023-22906?
qubo hcd01 firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation; qubo hcd02 firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2023-22906 being exploited?
CVE-2023-22906 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-2023-22906 affect?
CVE-2023-22906 affects qubo hcd01 firmware, qubo hcd02 firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). Hero Qubo HCD01_02_V1.38_20220125 devices allow TELNET access with root privileges by default, without a password.
How urgent is CVE-2023-22906?
Priority 50/100. High severity; Public exploit reference