CVE-2017-14004CWE-287

GE GEMNet License server (EchoServer) all current versions are affected these devices use default or hard-coded credentials

published March 20, 2018

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
2%
Percentile
79.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ A tiny oversight means attackers might just waltz past the door! The GE GEMNet License server has default credentials that could let them bypass authentication completely. ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of it like an office building where anyone can just stroll right in because the front desk never checks ID โ€” a recipe for disaster! If an attacker successfully exploits this vulnerability, they could gain full access to your devices, wreaking havoc on your systems. Imagine an uninvited guest messing with your sensitive data or settings โ€” not a fun scenario!

Put simply

Think of it like an office building where anyone can just stroll right in because the front desk never checks ID โ€” a recipe for disaster! This vulnerability lets remote attackers exploit hard-coded or default credentials on the GE GEMNet License server, effectively allowing them to bypass authentication and take control of the affected devices.

What to do

If an attacker successfully exploits this vulnerability, they could gain full access to your devices, wreaking havoc on your systems. Imagine an uninvited guest messing with your sensitive data or settings โ€” not a fun scenario! To protect against this, change any default passwords immediately, and ensure that all devices have unique credentials. Regular audits of user access can also help catch any unauthorized accounts or access. You've got this! A few simple steps now can secure your devices and keep your systems safe. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01861 ยท 79.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-287 ยท Improper Authentication
Published
2018-03-20T16:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 MAR 16:00Z
    GE GEMNet License server (EchoServer) all current versions are affected these devices use default or hard-coded credentials
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