CVE-2019-7265

Linear eMerge E3-Series devices allow Remote Code Execution (root access over SSH)

published July 2, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
23%
Percentile
97.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A shocking security gap in Linear eMerge E3-Series devices allows attackers to gain full root access over SSH—like handing over the keys to your high-tech fortress without a second thought! 🔥 This vulnerability is like having a security guard at your mansion who has forgotten to check IDs—anyone could stroll right in and take over your valuable assets without raising an alarm! If exploited, an attacker could gain complete control over your eMerge devices, potentially manipulating or destroying your critical data and systems. Imagine the devastation that could follow when someone else controls your smart devices—your privacy and security would be utterly compromised!

Put simply

This vulnerability is like having a security guard at your mansion who has forgotten to check IDs—anyone could stroll right in and take over your valuable assets without raising an alarm! CVE-2019-7265 allows for remote code execution on Linear eMerge E3-Series devices due to inadequate authentication measures, enabling an attacker to execute arbitrary commands via SSH.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain complete control over your eMerge devices, potentially manipulating or destroying your critical data and systems. Imagine the devastation that could follow when someone else controls your smart devices—your privacy and security would be utterly compromised! To protect your systems, ensure that your Linear eMerge E3-Series devices are patched to the latest firmware. Additionally, implement strong authentication measures and network segmentation to reduce exposure. Regularly review access logs for any suspicious activity. You've got this! With these steps, you'll be securing your devices in no time and earning that security hero badge! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.23123 · 97.8th percentile
Published
2019-07-02T16:49Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 02 JUL 16:49Z
    Linear eMerge E3-Series devices allow Remote Code Execution (root access over SSH)
    cvelistv5