Authentication Bypass Vulnerability in Polycom ViewStation

CVE-2002-0627

What is CVE-2002-0627?

The Polycom ViewStation prior to version 7.2.4 is susceptible to an authentication bypass vulnerability that enables remote attackers to access sensitive files on the server. By crafting specially encoded Unicode requests, an attacker can circumvent security measures and retrieve files without proper authorization, potentially exposing confidential information. This vulnerability highlights the critical need for timely software updates and robust security practices to safeguard against unauthorized access.

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