CVE-2019-12254CWE-287

TECSON/GOK: Improper Authentication and Access Control on multiple devices

Critical · published May 6, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
70.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unsecured endpoint invites trouble! Unauthenticated users can change application settings on Tecson Tankspion and GOKs SmartBox 4 products with just a crafted URL. 🔥 Think of it as a hotel with a front desk that hands out keys without checking IDs — anyone can stroll into a room and rearrange the furniture! This critical vulnerability allows an attacker to change crucial settings without any authentication, potentially compromising the entire application. Imagine misconfigured parameters leading to unauthorized access or system failures — the fallout could be absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it as a hotel with a front desk that hands out keys without checking IDs — anyone can stroll into a room and rearrange the furniture! The application fails to restrict access to a specific endpoint, letting unauthenticated users alter settings due to poorly implemented access controls. By crafting a specific URL, a malicious user can bypass authorization completely.

What to do

This critical vulnerability allows an attacker to change crucial settings without any authentication, potentially compromising the entire application. Imagine misconfigured parameters leading to unauthorized access or system failures — the fallout could be absolutely devastating! Immediately patch your systems to the latest version provided by Tecson or GOKs. Review your access control lists (ACLs) and ensure that all endpoints require proper authentication. Regularly audit your security practices to prevent similar vulnerabilities. You've got this! With prompt action, you can lock this down and keep your systems safe! 🛡️

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
0.01294 · 70.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-287 · Improper Authentication
Published
2022-05-06T17:30Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 MAY 17:30Z
    TECSON/GOK: Improper Authentication and Access Control on multiple devices
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