CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-16098

First published: Tue Sep 15 2020(Updated: )

It is possible to enumerate access card credentials via an unauthenticated network connection to the server in versions of Command Centre v8.20 prior to v8.20.1166(MR3), versions of 8.10 prior to v8.10.1211(MR5), versions of 8.00 prior to v8.00.1228(MR6), all versions of 7.90 and earlier. These credentials can then be used to encode low security cards to be used by the system where insecure card technologies are supported.

Credit: disclosures@gallagher.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Gallagher Command Centre>=8.00<8.00.1228
Gallagher Command Centre>=8.10<8.10.1211
Gallagher Command Centre>=8.20<8.20.1166
Gallagher Command Centre>=8.30<8.30.1236
Gallagher Command Centre=8.00.1228
Gallagher Command Centre=8.10.1211
Gallagher Command Centre=8.20.1166
Gallagher Command Centre=8.30.1236

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-16098?

    CVE-2020-16098 has a moderate severity as it allows unauthenticated access to sensitive credential information.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-16098?

    To fix CVE-2020-16098, upgrade Gallagher Command Centre to version 8.20.1166 or later for v8.20, 8.10.1211 or later for v8.10, or 8.00.1228 or later for v8.00.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2020-16098?

    Users of Gallagher Command Centre prior to versions 8.20.1166, 8.10.1211, or 8.00.1228 are affected by CVE-2020-16098.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-16098?

    CVE-2020-16098 is a security vulnerability that allows enumeration of access card credentials due to improper authentication.

  • Is CVE-2020-16098 being actively exploited?

    There is no public information indicating that CVE-2020-16098 is currently being actively exploited, but it is advisable to address the vulnerability promptly.

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