SB2017062802 - Authentication bypass in Newport XPS-Cx and XPS-Qx



SB2017062802 - Authentication bypass in Newport XPS-Cx and XPS-Qx

Published: June 28, 2017

Security Bulletin ID SB2017062802
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Authentication bypass (CVE-ID: CVE-2017-7919)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication on the target system.

The weakness exists due to improper authentication. A remote attacker can access a specific uniform resource locator (URL), bypass authentication and view and edit settings.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in access to the system.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.