CVE-2021-27660: C-CURE 9000

Published Jul 1, 2021
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Updated

An insecure client auto update feature in C-CURE 9000 can allow remote execution of lower privileged Windows programs.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
Sensormatic Electronics, LLC, a subsidiary of Johnson Controls C-CURE 9000<2.80
2.80
Johnsoncontrols C-cure 9000 Firmware<2.80
Johnsoncontrols C-cure 9000

Remediation

Information

Upgrade to C-CURE 9000 version 2.80 or above. If this is not possible then follow published instructions for disabling the auto update feature located here https://support.swhouse.com/ and search for the document SWH-TAB-nID-000006545.

Event History

Jul 1, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:36 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-27660?

CVE-2021-27660 refers to an insecure client auto-update feature in C-CURE 9000 that can allow remote execution of lower privileged Windows programs.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-27660?

CVE-2021-27660 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2021-27660?

C-CURE 9000 firmware versions up to and including 2.80 are affected by CVE-2021-27660.

4

How can CVE-2021-27660 be exploited?

CVE-2021-27660 can be exploited through the insecure client auto-update feature in C-CURE 9000, allowing remote execution of lower privileged Windows programs.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2021-27660?

Johnson Controls has released firmware version 2.81 that addresses the insecure client auto-update feature vulnerability in C-CURE 9000.

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