CVE-2018-15720: Critical severity logitech harmony hub vulnerability

Published Dec 20, 2018
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Updated

Logitech Harmony Hub before version 4.15.206 contained two hard-coded accounts in the XMPP server that gave remote users access to the local API.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Logitech Harmony Hub Firmware<4.15.206
Logitech Harmony Hub

Event History

Dec 20, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-15720?

CVE-2018-15720 is classified as high severity due to the presence of hard-coded accounts that allow remote unauthorized access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-15720?

To fix CVE-2018-15720, upgrade your Logitech Harmony Hub firmware to version 4.15.206 or later.

3

What impact does CVE-2018-15720 have on my Logitech Harmony Hub?

CVE-2018-15720 allows attackers to access the local API and control devices connected to the Harmony Hub remotely.

4

Is my Logitech Harmony Hub affected by CVE-2018-15720?

If your Logitech Harmony Hub is running a firmware version prior to 4.15.206, it is vulnerable to CVE-2018-15720.

5

What are the default accounts exposed by CVE-2018-15720?

CVE-2018-15720 includes two hard-coded accounts in the XMPP server of the Harmony Hub, which should not be accessible.

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