CVE-2020-36283 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-36283 affecting HID OMNIKEY 5427 and 5127 readers, allowing CSRF attacks via the EEM driver. Find mitigation steps and security practices to prevent exploitation.
HID OMNIKEY 5427 and OMNIKEY 5127 readers are vulnerable to CSRF when using the EEM driver. An attacker could exploit this to perform various malicious activities.
Understanding CVE-2020-36283
HID OMNIKEY readers are susceptible to CSRF attacks via the EEM driver, potentially leading to severe consequences.
What is CVE-2020-36283?
This CVE identifies a vulnerability in HID OMNIKEY 5427 and OMNIKEY 5127 readers that allows remote attackers to execute CSRF attacks through the EEM driver.
The Impact of CVE-2020-36283
The vulnerability poses a critical threat with high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, enabling attackers to perform cross-site scripting attacks and other malicious activities.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-36283
HID OMNIKEY readers' vulnerability to CSRF attacks through the EEM driver requires attention to prevent exploitation.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to upload a configuration file to the device by sending a malformed HTTP request, potentially leading to various malicious activities.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: HID OMNIKEY 5427 and OMNIKEY 5127 readers
- Versions: Not specified
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- Privileges Required: None
- User Interaction: Required
- Scope: Changed
- Vector String: CVSS:3.1/AC:L/AV:N/A:H/C:H/I:H/PR:N/S:C/UI:R
Mitigation and Prevention
Taking immediate steps and implementing long-term security practices are crucial to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2020-36283.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update the affected HID OMNIKEY readers to the latest firmware version.
- Avoid visiting untrusted or malicious websites while using the devices.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and update security configurations on the readers.
- Educate users on safe browsing practices and potential security risks.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security advisories and patches released by HID Global to address this vulnerability.