Vulnerability Description
The setUpSubtleUserAccount function in /bin/bw on Harman AMX devices before 2015-10-12 has a hardcoded password for the BlackWidow account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a (1) SSH or (2) HTTP session, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-1984.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Harman | Amx Firmware | 1.2.322 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://blog.sec-consult.com/2016/01/deliberately-hidden-backdoor-account-in.htmlExploit
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Jan/63Exploit
- http://www.amx.com/techcenter/NXSecurityBrief/
- http://www.amx.com/techcenter/firmware.asp?Category=Hot%20Fix%20Files
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/537343/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/81545
- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-049-02
- https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/992624US Government Resource
- https://www.sec-consult.com/fxdata/seccons/prod/temedia/advisories_txt/20160121-Exploit
- http://blog.sec-consult.com/2016/01/deliberately-hidden-backdoor-account-in.htmlExploit
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Jan/63Exploit
- http://www.amx.com/techcenter/NXSecurityBrief/
- http://www.amx.com/techcenter/firmware.asp?Category=Hot%20Fix%20Files
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/537343/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/81545
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-8362?
CVE-2015-8362 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The setUpSubtleUserAccount function in /bin/bw on Harman AMX devices before 2015-10-12 has a hardcoded password for the BlackWidow account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access ...
How severe is CVE-2015-8362?
CVE-2015-8362 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-8362?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Harman Amx Firmware.