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A vulnerability has been identified in Synel SYnergy Fingerprint Terminals where the devices use hard-coded credentials (CWE-798). This security flaw allows attackers to gain unauthorized access to the terminals using these embedded authentication credentials. Hard-coded credentials represent a significant security risk as they cannot be changed by administrators, making the systems permanently vulnerable once these credentials are discovered.
Overview
The vulnerability (CVE-2023-32227) affects Synel SYnergy Fingerprint Terminals and involves hard-coded credentials (CWE-798) embedded within the device firmware or software. When manufacturers include unchangeable authentication credentials in their products, these credentials can be discovered through reverse engineering or other means, allowing attackers to authenticate to the system regardless of user-configured access controls. This vulnerability potentially enables unauthorized access to sensitive biometric data, attendance records, and administrative functions of the fingerprint terminals.
Remediation
To address this vulnerability, organizations should:
- Contact Synel for security patches or firmware updates that remove the hard-coded credentials
- If updates are unavailable, implement network segmentation to isolate the vulnerable devices
- Use additional authentication mechanisms where possible
- Monitor access to the fingerprint terminals for suspicious activities
- Consider replacing affected devices if no security updates are available
- Implement strong network access controls to limit which systems can communicate with the terminals
References
- Israel National Cyber Directorate Advisory: https://www.gov.il/en/Departments/faq/cve_advisories
- CWE-798 (Use of Hard-coded Credentials): https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/798.html
- MITRE CVE Entry: CVE-2023-32227
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This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
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