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CVE-2016-1491

HIGH · CVSS 8.8 EPSS 2.49% Public Exploit

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2016-01-26 · Last synced 2026-08-04

CyberRota Analysis

This is a high severity vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8. It affects Windows. Public exploit code or proof-of-concept references have been detected in its references. It may be remotely exploitable.

Public Exploit Signal

A public exploit, PoC, GitHub repository or Metasploit reference was detected for this CVE.

External Security References
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CVE
CVE-2016-1491
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
8.8
EPSS
2.49%
Windows

Original NVD Description

The Wifi hotspot in Lenovo SHAREit before 3.2.0 for Windows, when configured to receive files, has a hardcoded password of 12345678, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access by leveraging a position within the WLAN coverage area.