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CVE-2021-27457: Weak Encryption

First published: Thu May 20 2021(Updated: )

A vulnerability has been found in multiple revisions of Emerson Rosemount X-STREAM Gas Analyzer. The affected products utilize a weak encryption algorithm for storage of sensitive data, which may allow an attacker to more easily obtain credentials used for access.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Emerson X-stream Enhanced Xegp Firmware
Emerson X-stream Enhanced Xegp
Emerson X-stream Enhanced Xegk Firmware
Emerson X-stream Enhanced Xegk
Emerson X-stream Enhanced Xefd Firmware
Emerson X-stream Enhanced Xefd
Emerson X-stream Enhanced Xexf Firmware
Emerson X-stream Enhanced Xexf
Emerson X-STREAM enhanced XEGP – all revisions
Emerson X-STREAM enhanced XEGK – all revisions
Emerson X-STREAM enhanced XEFD – all revisions
Emerson X-STREAM enhanced XEXF – all revisions

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

    The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2021-27457.

  • What is the severity level of CVE-2021-27457?

    The severity level of CVE-2021-27457 is high.

  • Which products are affected by CVE-2021-27457?

    The affected products are Emerson Rosemount X-STREAM Gas Analyzer with specific firmware revisions.

  • What is the impact of this vulnerability?

    This vulnerability allows an attacker to more easily obtain credentials used for access to the affected products.

  • Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-27457?

    It is recommended to contact Emerson for information on how to mitigate or fix the vulnerability.

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