CVE-2020-12734 Missing authorization in n/a

High 8.1 Published Updated

Remote attackers can modify device network settings and demand ransom due to missing authorization and lack of factory reset functionality.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2020-12734?

CVE-2020-12734 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 15 Jul 2021. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

DEPSTECH WiFi Digital Microscope 3 allows remote attackers to change the SSID and password, and demand a ransom payment from the rightful device owner, because there is no way to reset to Factory Default settings.

Weakness: CWE-862

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-12734?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Depstech Wifi Digital Microscope 3 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2020-12734?

No fix has been published for CVE-2020-12734 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-2020-12734 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-12734 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-4v8j-8w8m-gj44.

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