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CVE-2020-7501

8.8 · HIGH

A CWE-798: Use of Hard-coded Credentials vulnerability exists in Vijeo Designer Basic (V1.1 HotFix 16 and prior) and Vijeo Designer (V6.2 SP9 and prior) which could cause unauthorized read and writ…

Published Jun 16, 2020CWE-798EPSS 1.12%

Overview

CVE-2020-7501 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on June 16, 2020 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

A CWE-798: Use of Hard-coded Credentials vulnerability exists in Vijeo Designer Basic (V1.1 HotFix 16 and prior) and Vijeo Designer (V6.2 SP9 and prior) which could cause unauthorized read and write when downloading and uploading project or firmware into Vijeo Designer Basic and Vijeo Designer.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-7501?

CVE-2020-7501 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on June 16, 2020 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2020-7501?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2020-7501?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2020-7501?

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