Vulnerability identifier: #VU51694

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-27440

CWE-ID: CWE-259

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Reason DR60
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system. 

The vulnerability exists due to the software contains a hard-coded password, which it uses for its own inbound authentication or for outbound communication to external components. A remote attacker can take full control of the digital fault recorder (DFR). 

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-21-082-03

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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.