CVE-2020-7508CWE-307

A CWE-307 Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts vulnerability exists in Easergy T300 (Firmware version 1.5.2 and older) which could allow…

published June 16, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
72.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A simple brute force attack could unlock the door to your Easergy T300! This vulnerability in firmware version 1.5.2 and older is a potential goldmine for attackers looking for full access. 🔑 Think of the Easergy T300 like a hotel with a faulty locking system. If someone can keep trying different keys without any restrictions, they might just stumble upon the right one and waltz right in! If exploited, an attacker could gain complete control over your devices, potentially leading to unauthorized operations or even shutting down critical systems. Imagine opening your home to a stranger who can mess with your lights, locks, and more – absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of the Easergy T300 like a hotel with a faulty locking system. If someone can keep trying different keys without any restrictions, they might just stumble upon the right one and waltz right in! The CWE-307 vulnerability stems from improper restriction of excessive authentication attempts, which allows attackers to brute-force their way into the system without being locked out after a certain number of failed attempts.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain complete control over your devices, potentially leading to unauthorized operations or even shutting down critical systems. Imagine opening your home to a stranger who can mess with your lights, locks, and more – absolutely devastating! To safeguard your system, upgrade to firmware version 1.5.3 or later immediately, and consider implementing account lockout policies to restrict excessive login attempts. Regular monitoring of access logs can also help catch any suspicious activities early. 🛡️ You've got this! Stay ahead of the game with these fixes and keep your systems secure! 🚀

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01433 · 72.9th percentile
Weakness
CWE-307 · Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts
Published
2020-06-16T19:44Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 JUN 19:44Z
    A CWE-307 Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts vulnerability exists in Easergy T300 (Firmware version 1.5.2 and older) which could allow…
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