CVE-2018-5451CWE-287

In Philips Alice 6 System version R8.0.2 or prior, when an actor claims to have a given identity, the software does not prove or insufficiently proves that the…

published March 28, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
85.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ It looks like Philips Alice 6 System version R8.0.2 and earlier has a sneaky identity check issue! Think of it like a bouncer at a club who just nods at people instead of checking their IDs — anyone can claim to be someone they're not, and that could let in some unexpected guests! If an attacker manages to exploit this weakness, they could access sensitive resources or even execute arbitrary code, much like a party crasher wreaking havoc. This could lead to significant data exposure or unauthorized actions, putting your system at risk.

Put simply

Think of it like a bouncer at a club who just nods at people instead of checking their IDs — anyone can claim to be someone they're not, and that could let in some unexpected guests! This vulnerability arises from insufficient validation of identity claims within the Philips Alice 6 System, allowing unauthorized users to gain access to sensitive functionality or resources.

What to do

If an attacker manages to exploit this weakness, they could access sensitive resources or even execute arbitrary code, much like a party crasher wreaking havoc. This could lead to significant data exposure or unauthorized actions, putting your system at risk. To protect your system, upgrade to the latest version of the Philips Alice 6 System that addresses this vulnerability. Additionally, implement robust identity verification mechanisms to ensure that any claims of identity are thoroughly validated. You've got this! By following these steps, you'll help keep your system secure and ready to defend against unwanted guests. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02646 · 85.4th percentile
Weakness
CWE-287 · Improper Authentication
Published
2018-03-28T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 28 MAR 17:00Z
    In Philips Alice 6 System version R8.0.2 or prior, when an actor claims to have a given identity, the software does not prove or insufficiently proves that the…
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