What is the severity of CVE-2021-42833?

CVE-2021-42833 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow authenticated local attackers to manipulate system settings.

How do I fix CVE-2021-42833?

To remediate CVE-2021-42833, ensure that hardcoded credentials are removed or replaced with dynamic authentication mechanisms.

Which versions of AquaView are affected by CVE-2021-42833?

CVE-2021-42833 affects AquaView versions 1.60, 7.x, and 8.x.

Who is the vendor associated with CVE-2021-42833?

The vendor associated with CVE-2021-42833 is Xylem, Inc.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-42833?

CVE-2021-42833 is a Use of Hardcoded Credentials vulnerability that can impact system security.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2021-42833

critical

9.3

CWE

798

7/2/2022

17/9/2024

CVE-2021-42833: Use of hardcoded credentials impacting AquaView versions 1.60, 7.x, 8.x

First published: Mon Feb 07 2022(Updated: )

A Use of Hardcoded Credentials vulnerability exists in AquaView versions 1.60, 7.x, and 8.x that could allow an authenticated local attacker to manipulate users and system settings.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Xylem Aquaview	>=7.0.0<8.0.1
Xylem Aquaview	=1.60
Xylem, Inc. AquaView: Versions 1.60, 7.x, 8.x

Remedy

Xylem recommends that AquaView customers implement new security settings.

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Parent vulnerabilities

(Appears in the following advisories)

ICSA-21-350-01

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-42833?
CVE-2021-42833 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow authenticated local attackers to manipulate system settings.
How do I fix CVE-2021-42833?
To remediate CVE-2021-42833, ensure that hardcoded credentials are removed or replaced with dynamic authentication mechanisms.
Which versions of AquaView are affected by CVE-2021-42833?
CVE-2021-42833 affects AquaView versions 1.60, 7.x, and 8.x.
Who is the vendor associated with CVE-2021-42833?
The vendor associated with CVE-2021-42833 is Xylem, Inc.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-42833?
CVE-2021-42833 is a Use of Hardcoded Credentials vulnerability that can impact system security.

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