CVE-2005-0498: Gigafast router (aka CompUSA router) allows remote attackers to gain sensitive information and bypass the l...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This issue affects the Gigafast/CompUSA router described in public references, specifically the EE400-R in the Bugtraq title. A remote attacker could request backup.cfg directly, bypass the login page, and see the administrator password in plaintext. The main business risk is unauthorized router administration where this legacy device remains deployed or exposed. Exposure is most likely in legacy environments still running Gigafast or CompUSA-branded EE400-R routers. Risk rises sharply if the management interface is reachable from untrusted networks. The source bundle does not provide CPEs, firmware versions, or evidence of broad current deployment. Treat this as a targeted legacy-device risk. It is not marked as actively exploited in the supplied sources, but any exposed affected router could leak administrator credentials and enable unauthorized network changes. Prioritize discovery and replacement or isolation over extended analysis. Mitigation focus: Identify and remove any affected Gigafast or CompUSA EE400-R routers from production use.; Restrict router management interfaces to trusted administrative networks only.; Change administrator passwords on any potentially exposed device..

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Jun 30, 2026, 00:10 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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