#VU49288 Improper Authentication in Crimson - CVE-2020-27285

Vulnerability identifier: #VU49288

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 2.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-27285

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Crimson
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor: Red Lion Controls

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in when processing authentication requests within the default configuration. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process to read and modify the database.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Crimson: 3100.000 - 3116.000

---

External links
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-21-005-04

---

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.