CVE-2017-20039CWE-259

SICUNET Access Controller hard-coded password

Critical · published June 11, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
69.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky flaw in SICUNET Access Controller can let attackers waltz right in with weak authentication! 🔥 This vulnerability is like an unmonitored door at a high-security facility – if left unattended, anyone can stroll in without a badge or even a simple security check. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to bypass authentication protections completely, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive systems and data. This could lead to disastrous consequences, including data breaches and system compromise, making your network a playground for malicious actors!

Put simply

This vulnerability is like an unmonitored door at a high-security facility – if left unattended, anyone can stroll in without a badge or even a simple security check. The vulnerability in SICUNET Access Controller allows for weak authentication methods, meaning that attackers can initiate access remotely, undermining the entire security model of the system.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to bypass authentication protections completely, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive systems and data. This could lead to disastrous consequences, including data breaches and system compromise, making your network a playground for malicious actors! Update SICUNET Access Controller to the latest patched version immediately. Review and strengthen your authentication processes to prevent unauthorized access. Regularly audit your security settings to ensure compliance and security. You've got this! Take action now, and you'll secure your environment in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01252 · 69.2th percentile
Weakness
CWE-259 · Use of Hard-coded Password
Published
2022-06-11T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 JUN 10:00Z
    SICUNET Access Controller hard-coded password
    cvelistv5