CVE-2024-4996CWE-259

Hardcoded Password in Wapro ERP Desktop

Critical · published December 18, 2024

CVSS v4.0
9.3
EPSS
1%
Percentile
46.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A hard-coded password for a database admin account is a recipe for disaster! Every Wapro ERP installation is using the same password, making it a cinch for attackers to waltz in and access sensitive data. 🔥 It's like having a universal key for every hotel room — all an intruder needs to do is walk in with that key, and they can rummage through the guests' belongings. No checks, no balances, just easy pickings! An attacker could effortlessly retrieve sensitive data embedded in the database, potentially exposing personal data and confidential information. This breach could lead to identity theft, financial fraud, and a world of hurt for both the business and its customers. Don't let your data be a sitting duck!

Put simply

It's like having a universal key for every hotel room — all an intruder needs to do is walk in with that key, and they can rummage through the guests' belongings. No checks, no balances, just easy pickings! This vulnerability arises from a hard-coded password for a database administrator account created during Wapro ERP installation, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data in the database. All installations prior to version 8.90.0 share this same insecure password, leading to widespread risks.

What to do

An attacker could effortlessly retrieve sensitive data embedded in the database, potentially exposing personal data and confidential information. This breach could lead to identity theft, financial fraud, and a world of hurt for both the business and its customers. Don't let your data be a sitting duck! Immediately upgrade to Wapro ERP Desktop version 8.90.0 or later to eliminate this vulnerability. Also, change any hard-coded passwords and implement unique credentials for database accounts to enhance security. Regularly audit your installations to ensure best practices are followed! You’ve got this! With a quick upgrade and a few changes, you can fortify your defenses and protect your data like a pro! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v4.0
9.3 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/AU:Y/R:I/V:C/RE:M/U:Red
EPSS
0.00570 · 46.4th percentile
Weakness
CWE-259 · Use of Hard-coded Password
Published
2024-12-18T11:37Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 DEC 11:37Z
    Hardcoded Password in Wapro ERP Desktop
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