CVE-2016-5683 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

High 7.8 Published 26 Aug 2016 Updated 6 Aug 2024

Local attackers can extract cleartext SQL Server credentials by reading a configuration file and using a hardcoded key, compromising database security.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2016-5683?

CVE-2016-5683 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 26 Aug 2016. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

ReadyDesk 9.1 allows local users to determine cleartext SQL Server credentials by reading the SQL_Config.aspx file and decrypting data with a hardcoded key in the ReadyDesk.dll file.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-5683?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Readydesk Readydesk.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5683?

No fix has been published for CVE-2016-5683 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2016-5683 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-5683 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-qcrp-q3mm-gq78.