CVE-2017-9939CWE-287

A vulnerability was discovered in Siemens SiPass integrated (All versions before V2.70) that could allow an attacker with network access to the SiPass…

published August 8, 2017

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ With just network access, an attacker could stroll right past the authentication gates of Siemens SiPass integrated! 🔐 Think of it as a hotel where anyone can simply walk into the admin office without checking in — they can change reservations, access sensitive guest information, or even issue new room keys without any oversight. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to perform administrative operations on the SiPass integrated server. Imagine the havoc they could wreak, from altering access permissions to potentially locking everyone out; it's a recipe for absolute chaos!

Put simply

Think of it as a hotel where anyone can simply walk into the admin office without checking in — they can change reservations, access sensitive guest information, or even issue new room keys without any oversight. CVE-2017-9939 allows attackers with network access to bypass authentication mechanisms in Siemens SiPass integrated (all versions before V2.70), enabling unauthorized administrative actions.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to perform administrative operations on the SiPass integrated server. Imagine the havoc they could wreak, from altering access permissions to potentially locking everyone out; it's a recipe for absolute chaos! It's crucial to patch your systems to version V2.70 or later to close this loophole. Additionally, ensure that your network access is tightly controlled and monitored to mitigate potential threats. Regularly review your security configurations to stay ahead! You've got this! Secure your systems and keep those unauthorized guests out! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02065 · 81.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-287 · Improper Authentication
Published
2017-08-08T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 AUG 00:00Z
    A vulnerability was discovered in Siemens SiPass integrated (All versions before V2.70) that could allow an attacker with network access to the SiPass…
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