CVE-2022-41397

The optional Web Screens and Global Search features for Sage 300 through version 2022 use a hard-coded 40-byte blowfish key ("LandlordPassKey") to encrypt and…

Critical · published April 28, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
51.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A hard-coded encryption key in Sage 300 makes it easy for attackers to decrypt sensitive information stored in your config files! Think of this issue like leaving a master key to your vault under the welcome mat — it’s just waiting for someone to find it and stroll right in! This vulnerability could let an attacker decrypt sensitive configuration data, compromising confidential information stored in your systems. It's like handing over the keys to your castle; they could access anything from user credentials to financial data, putting your entire operation at risk!

Put simply

Think of this issue like leaving a master key to your vault under the welcome mat — it’s just waiting for someone to find it and stroll right in! CVE-2022-41397 involves a hard-coded Blowfish encryption key ('LandlordPassKey') used to encrypt and decrypt sensitive information in Sage 300. This means if an attacker discovers the key, they can easily access protected data.

What to do

This vulnerability could let an attacker decrypt sensitive configuration data, compromising confidential information stored in your systems. It's like handing over the keys to your castle; they could access anything from user credentials to financial data, putting your entire operation at risk! Immediately update Sage 300 to the latest version where this hard-coded key is removed. Additionally, rotate any sensitive credentials stored in configuration files to minimize impact. Audit your systems for any leftover sensitive data that might be at risk! You've got this! Follow these steps, and you'll lock down your data in no time! 🛡️

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
0.00681 · 51.9th percentile
Published
2023-04-28T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 28 APR 00:00Z
    The optional Web Screens and Global Search features for Sage 300 through version 2022 use a hard-coded 40-byte blowfish key ("LandlordPassKey") to encrypt and…
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