CVE-2017-12861 Auth bypass in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Attackers can brute-force the 4-digit authentication code to remotely control and stream content to vulnerable Epson projectors.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2017-12861?

CVE-2017-12861 is a critical authentication bypass vulnerability in n/a, published on 10 Oct 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

The Epson "EasyMP" software is designed to remotely stream a users computer to supporting projectors.These devices are authenticated using a unique 4-digit code, displayed on-screen - ensuring only those who can view it are streaming.All Epson projectors supporting the "EasyMP" software are vulnerable to a brute-force vulnerability, allowing any attacker on the network to remotely control and stream to the vulnerable device

Weakness: CWE-521

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-12861?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Epson Easymp.

How do I fix CVE-2017-12861?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-12861 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and rotate credentials and sessions that may have been exposed. More about Authentication bypass.

Is CVE-2017-12861 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-12861 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-xhf5-2xwr-3gp9.

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