CVE-2017-9821 Hardcoded credentials in n/a
Attackers can bypass SMS authentication in the BHIM Android app by exploiting hardcoded validation strings, potentially leading to unauthorized access.
- 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-2017-9821?
CVE-2017-9821 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 24 Aug 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
The National Payments Corporation of India BHIM application 1.3 for Android relies on three hardcoded strings (AK-NPCIMB, IM-NPCIBM, and VK-NPCIBM) for SMS validation, which makes it easier for attackers to bypass authentication.
Weakness: CWE-798
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-9821?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Npci Bharat Interface for Money \(Bhim\).
How do I fix CVE-2017-9821?
No fix has been published for CVE-2017-9821 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2017-9821 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-9821 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-qw8m-3pfm-395q.