Hardcoded Keys Expose Administrative Interfaces to Attack

CVE-2024-27168

Summary

The authentication mechanism in certain Toshiba TEC products uses hardcoded keys for access to internal APIs. This security design flaw can potentially allow an attacker to bypass authentication controls simply by exploiting knowledge of these private keys. As a result, unauthorized individuals may gain access to sensitive administrative interfaces, posing significant risks to the integrity and confidentiality of the affected systems. Organizations using these products are advised to review their security measures and implement alternative authentication strategies to mitigate the risk.

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