Belden Garrettcom · Magnum 6K · CVE-2015-3959
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Belden GarrettCom Magnum 6K and Magnum 10K switches firmware versions prior to 4.5.6
**Description**
The issue concerns a hardcoded serial-console password for a privileged account in the firmware of the affected switches. This might allow physically proximate attackers to obtain access by establishing a console session to a nonstandard installation where this account is enabled, and leveraging knowledge of this password.
**Recommendations**
For firmware versions prior to 4.5.6, update to version 4.5.6 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider disabling the privileged account with the hardcoded serial-console password until a patch is available. Restrict physical access to the switches to minimize the risk of exploitation.