CVE-2020-16096 Missing authorization in Command Centre

Critical 9.9 Published 15 Sep 2020 Updated 4 Aug 2024

Operators can access sensitive replicated data including plain text credentials and card details due to missing authorization checks in Gallagher Command Centre.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2020-16096?

CVE-2020-16096 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in Gallagher Command Centre, published on 15 Sep 2020. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

In Gallagher Command Centre versions 8.10 prior to 8.10.1134(MR4), 8.00 prior to 8.00.1161(MR5), 7.90 prior to 7.90.991(MR5), 7.80 prior to 7.80.960(MR2), 7.70 and earlier, any operator account has access to all data that would be replicated if the system were to be (or is) attached to a multi-server environment. This can include plain text credentials for DVR systems and card details used for physical access/alarm/perimeter components.

Weakness: CWE-285

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-16096?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Gallagher Command Centre.

How do I fix CVE-2020-16096?

No fix has been published for CVE-2020-16096 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-2020-16096 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-16096 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-95hf-gv4r-6jjr.