CVE-2022-23178

An issue was discovered on Crestron HD-MD4X2-4K-E 1.0.0.2159 devices

published January 15, 2022

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.5th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
75%
Percentile
99.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ Unauthenticated access to the Crestron HD-MD4X2-4K-E could expose your admin credentials! Simply visiting the wrong page reveals sensitive information that could let attackers in. ๐Ÿ” Think of it like a restaurant where walking in gives you access to the staff-only area and their secret recipes โ€” anyone could just stroll in and see the usernames and passwords, no questions asked! If someone exploits this vulnerability, they can snag admin credentials straight from the interface, potentially leading them to manipulate device settings or gain further access to your network. This could lead to unauthorized control over your HDMI switcher, making it a surprisingly easy target for someone with malicious intent.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where walking in gives you access to the staff-only area and their secret recipes โ€” anyone could just stroll in and see the usernames and passwords, no questions asked! The vulnerability allows access to an unauthenticated admin interface on Crestron devices, revealing user credentials via a JSON document in the page response. This means anyone can view sensitive information without needing to log in.

What to do

If someone exploits this vulnerability, they can snag admin credentials straight from the interface, potentially leading them to manipulate device settings or gain further access to your network. This could lead to unauthorized control over your HDMI switcher, making it a surprisingly easy target for someone with malicious intent. To safeguard your devices, ensure that access to the administrative web interface is restricted to authenticated users only. Additionally, consider updating to the latest firmware version to patch any potential vulnerabilities. Regularly audit your network access settings to enhance security. You've got this! By following these steps, you can lock down your devices and boost your security! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.75159 ยท 99.5th percentile
Published
2022-01-15T14:40Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 JAN 14:40Z
    An issue was discovered on Crestron HD-MD4X2-4K-E 1.0.0.2159 devices
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