CVE-2019-20458: High severity epson expression home xp255 vulnerability

Published Nov 7, 2024
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Updated

An issue was discovered on Epson Expression Home XP255 20.08.FM10I8 devices. By default, the device comes (and functions) without a password. The user is at no point prompted to set up a password on the device (leaving a number of devices without a password). In this case, anyone connecting to the web admin panel is capable of becoming admin without using any credentials.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Epson Expression Home XP255

Event History

Nov 7, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-20458?

CVE-2019-20458 has a medium severity rating due to the lack of default password protection on the device.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-20458?

To fix CVE-2019-20458, manually set a password on the Epson Expression Home XP255 device to enhance security.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2019-20458?

Users of the Epson Expression Home XP255 devices running the default firmware are affected by CVE-2019-20458.

4

What are the risks associated with CVE-2019-20458?

The risks associated with CVE-2019-20458 include unauthorized access to the device and potential data exposure.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2019-20458?

There is currently no official patch available for CVE-2019-20458; users must secure the device manually.

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