CVE-2018-7301 Missing authorization in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 22 Feb 2018 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Attackers can control attached BidCos devices by sending arbitrary XML-RPC requests to the unauthenticated open port on HomeMatic CCU2 devices.

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-2018-7301?

CVE-2018-7301 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 22 Feb 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

eQ-3 AG HomeMatic CCU2 2.29.22 devices have an open XML-RPC port without authentication. This can be exploited by sending arbitrary XML-RPC requests to control the attached BidCos devices.

Weakness: CWE-306

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-7301?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Eq-3 Homematic Central Control Unit Ccu2 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2018-7301?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-7301 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2018-7301 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-7301 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-x5g4-5xch-2jmm.