CVE-2021-42913
First published: Mon Dec 20 2021(Updated: )
The SyncThru Web Service on Samsung SCX-6x55X printers allows an attacker to gain access to a list of SMB users and cleartext passwords by reading the HTML source code. Authentication is not required.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung SyncThru Web Service | ||
| Samsung Scx-6555 | ||
| Samsung Scx-6555n | ||
| All of | ||
| Samsung SyncThru Web Service | ||
| Any of | ||
| Samsung Scx-6555 | ||
| Samsung Scx-6555n |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-42913?
CVE-2021-42913 is a vulnerability in the SyncThru Web Service on Samsung SCX-6x55X printers that allows an attacker to gain access to a list of SMB users and cleartext passwords by reading the HTML source code.
How severe is CVE-2021-42913?
CVE-2021-42913 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).
Which software is affected by CVE-2021-42913?
The SyncThru Web Service software on Samsung SCX-6x55X printers is affected by CVE-2021-42913.
Is authentication required for exploiting CVE-2021-42913?
No, authentication is not required for exploiting CVE-2021-42913.
How can I fix CVE-2021-42913?
To fix CVE-2021-42913, it is recommended to apply the security updates provided by Samsung.
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