CVE-2016-5666

Crestron Electronics DM-TXRX-100-STR devices with firmware before 1.3039.00040 rely on the client to perform authentication, which allows remote attackers to…

published August 3, 2016

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
90.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A surprising authentication flaw lurks in Crestron DM-TXRX-100-STR devices! By simply altering a value, attackers can bypass authentication altogether. 😱 Think of it as a hotel that lets guests check in without any ID, just because they claim they belong there. If unchecked, anyone could waltz into a room that’s not theirs! If exploited, an attacker could access sensitive functions of the device, potentially disrupting services or compromising privacy without anyone being the wiser. This could lead to unauthorized control over connected systems, making for an absolutely disastrous situation!

Put simply

Think of it as a hotel that lets guests check in without any ID, just because they claim they belong there. If unchecked, anyone could waltz into a room that’s not theirs! This vulnerability arises because the DM-TXRX-100-STR relies on the client to handle authentication. By setting the 'objresp.authenabled' value to 1, an attacker can bypass the authentication mechanism entirely.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could access sensitive functions of the device, potentially disrupting services or compromising privacy without anyone being the wiser. This could lead to unauthorized control over connected systems, making for an absolutely disastrous situation! Upgrade your Crestron devices to firmware version 1.3039.00040 or later to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, review device settings and ensure proper network security measures are in place to minimize exposure. 🛡️ You've got this! Following these steps will lock down your devices and keep your systems secure. 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04202 · 90.9th percentile
Published
2016-08-03T01:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 AUG 01:00Z
    Crestron Electronics DM-TXRX-100-STR devices with firmware before 1.3039.00040 rely on the client to perform authentication, which allows remote attackers to…
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