#VU97639 Use of hard-coded credentials in Access Control System - CVE-2024-45861

Vulnerability identifier: #VU97639

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 6.6 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-45861

CWE-ID: CWE-798

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Access Control System
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: Kastle Systems

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to presence of hard-coded credentials in application code. A remote unauthenticated attacker can gain access sensitive information on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Access Control System: All versions

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External links
https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-263-05

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.