CVE-2019-7488

Weak default password cause vulnerability in SonicWall Email Security appliance which leads to attacker gain access to appliance database

published December 23, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
79.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A weak default password is the culprit here! If you haven't changed it, an attacker could easily waltz right in and access your SonicWall Email Security appliance database without breaking a sweat. 🔒 Think of it like leaving the front door of your house unlocked with a "Welcome Mat" sign on it—anyone can just walk right in and help themselves to your stuff without even being noticed! An attacker with this information could gain unauthorized access to sensitive data, potentially leading to data leaks or even manipulation of your email security settings. It's like giving someone the keys to your entire email fortress!

Put simply

Think of it like leaving the front door of your house unlocked with a "Welcome Mat" sign on it—anyone can just walk right in and help themselves to your stuff without even being noticed! This vulnerability in SonicWall Email Security appliance versions 10.0.2 and earlier stems from the use of a weak default password, allowing unauthorized access to the appliance database without proper authentication.

What to do

An attacker with this information could gain unauthorized access to sensitive data, potentially leading to data leaks or even manipulation of your email security settings. It's like giving someone the keys to your entire email fortress! Immediately change the default password to a strong, unique one to prevent unauthorized access. Ensure that your SonicWall Email Security appliance is upgraded to a version that addresses this issue, if available. You've got this! Strengthen your defenses and keep your data secure. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01894 · 79.3th percentile
Published
2019-12-23T21:50Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 DEC 21:50Z
    Weak default password cause vulnerability in SonicWall Email Security appliance which leads to attacker gain access to appliance database
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