CVE-2024-13966: ZKTeco BioTime default password

Published May 27, 2025
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Updated

ZKTeco BioTime allows unauthenticated attackers to enumerate usernames and log in as any user with a password unchanged from the default value '123456'. Users should change their passwords (located under the Attendance Settings tab as "Self-Password").

Affected Software

2 affected components
ZKTeco BioTime
ZKTeco BioTime<9.0.4

Event History

May 27, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:35 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-13966?

CVE-2024-13966 has a high severity due to the ability of unauthenticated attackers to exploit the vulnerability and gain unauthorized access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-13966?

To fix CVE-2024-13966, users must change their default passwords from '123456' to a stronger password in the Attendance Settings under 'Self-Password'.

3

What are the implications of CVE-2024-13966?

The implications of CVE-2024-13966 include unauthorized access to user accounts, which could lead to data breaches and loss of sensitive information.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2024-13966?

Users of ZKTeco BioTime who have not changed their default passwords are affected by CVE-2024-13966.

5

What type of attack is CVE-2024-13966 associated with?

CVE-2024-13966 is associated with an enumeration attack that allows unauthorized login attempts using default credentials.

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