CVE-2021-42833 (GCVE-0-2021-42833)
Vulnerability from cvelistv5 – Published: 2022-02-07 19:01 – Updated: 2024-09-17 03:37
VLAI
EPSS
VEX
Title
Use of hardcoded credentials impacting AquaView versions 1.60, 7.x, 8.x
Summary
A Use of Hardcoded Credentials vulnerability exists in AquaView versions 1.60, 7.x, and 8.x that could allow an authenticated local attacker to manipulate users and system settings.
Severity
9.3 (Critical)
CWE
- n/a
Assigner
References
2 references
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Date Public
2021-12-16 00:00
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