Recent reports have highlighted multiple unpatched vulnerabilities in Ruckus Wireless management products, specifically affecting the Virtual SmartZone (vSZ) and Ruckus Network Director (RND).
Recent reports have highlighted multiple unpatched vulnerabilities in Ruckus Wireless management products, specifically affecting the Virtual SmartZone (vSZ) and Ruckus Network Director (RND). These vulnerabilities range from unauthenticated remote code execution to hardcoded passwords and SSH keys, potentially allowing attackers to fully compromise the network environments managed by these products. The issues were reported by Noam Moshe of Team82, Claroty's research division, and have been documented by Carnegie Mellon University's CERT Coordination Center. Despite efforts, neither CERT/CC nor the researchers have been able to contact Ruckus Networks or its parent company, CommScope, to address these security problems.
The vulnerabilities have been assigned identifiers such as CVE-2025-44957 and CVE-2025-44962, among others. They include hardcoded secrets that bypass authentication, path traversal vulnerabilities, and command injection flaws. These issues are particularly concerning for large organizations and public entities that rely on Ruckus products for scalable WiFi infrastructure. The potential impact ranges from information leakage to total compromise of the wireless environment, with the possibility of chaining multiple vulnerabilities for more severe attacks.
In addition to these specific vulnerabilities, a broader trend in cybersecurity is the continued success of attackers using simple techniques in cloud environments. A report by Wiz highlights eight key techniques employed by cloud-fluent threat actors, underscoring the need for vigilance even as cloud attacks grow more sophisticated. This trend emphasizes the importance of addressing both complex and straightforward threats in cybersecurity strategies.
Threats and Vulnerabilities
The vulnerabilities in Ruckus Wireless management products present significant risks due to their potential to allow unauthorized access and control over network environments. CVE-2025-44957 involves hardcoded secrets in vSZ that enable bypassing authentication and gaining admin-level access through crafted HTTP headers and valid API keys. This could lead to unauthorized configuration changes or data access. CVE-2025-44954 highlights the presence of hardcoded default SSH keys in vSZ, allowing attackers to connect with root access, posing a severe risk of total system compromise.
CVE-2025-44960 and CVE-2025-44961 describe command injection vulnerabilities in vSZ, where unsanitized user inputs can execute arbitrary operating system commands. These flaws could be exploited to disrupt services or exfiltrate sensitive data. In RND, CVE-2025-44963 involves a hardcoded backend JWT secret key that can be used to forge valid admin session tokens, potentially leading to unauthorized administrative actions.
The lack of available patches exacerbates these vulnerabilities' impact, as administrators cannot rely on vendor-provided fixes. The potential for chaining these vulnerabilities increases the risk of comprehensive attacks that bypass existing security controls.
Client Impact
Clients using Ruckus Wireless management products may face significant operational disruptions if these vulnerabilities are exploited. Unauthorized access could lead to data breaches, resulting in financial losses and reputational damage. The ability to execute arbitrary commands or gain root access could disrupt network operations, affecting business continuity.
From a compliance perspective, exploiting these vulnerabilities could lead to regulatory challenges. Data breaches may trigger audits or penalties under data protection regulations such as GDPR or CCPA. Organizations must assess their exposure to these vulnerabilities and take immediate steps to mitigate potential impacts.
Mitigations
To mitigate the risks associated with these vulnerabilities, clients should consider the following actions:
- Restrict access to Ruckus management interfaces by isolating them within trusted networks.
- Enforce secure protocols such as HTTPS and SSH for accessing management interfaces.
- Regularly review and update network access controls to limit exposure.
- Monitor network traffic for unusual activity that may indicate exploitation attempts.
- Implement intrusion detection systems (IDS) to identify potential attacks on Ruckus products.
- Educate staff on recognizing phishing attempts that could lead to credential compromise.
While these measures can help reduce risk, they do not replace the need for vendor-provided patches. Organizations should remain vigilant and prepared to implement additional security controls as new information becomes available.
1898 & Co. Response
1898 & Co. is actively addressing the current threat landscape by offering tailored security assessments for clients using Ruckus Wireless products. Our services include vulnerability scanning and penetration testing to identify potential exposures within client environments. We are updating our security protocols to incorporate the latest threat intelligence and mitigation strategies.
In collaboration with industry partners and government agencies, 1898 & Co is enhancing its threat intelligence capabilities to provide clients with timely insights into emerging threats. Our ongoing research efforts focus on identifying new attack vectors and developing effective countermeasures.
We have successfully assisted clients in mitigating similar vulnerabilities through comprehensive security reviews and targeted remediation plans. Our approach is designed to align with industry standards while addressing the unique needs of each client.