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CVE-2021-28914

6.5 · MEDIUM

BAB TECHNOLOGIE GmbH eibPort V3 prior version 3.9.1 allow the user to set a weak password because the strength is shown in configuration tool, but finally not enforced.

Published Sep 9, 2021CWE-521EPSS 1.02%

Overview

CVE-2021-28914 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 9, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

BAB TECHNOLOGIE GmbH eibPort V3 prior version 3.9.1 allow the user to set a weak password because the strength is shown in configuration tool, but finally not enforced. This is usable and part of an attack chain to gain SSH root access.

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-2021-28914?

CVE-2021-28914 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 9, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2021-28914?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2021-28914?

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.

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