CVE-2025-55280: Information Disclosure Vulnerability in ZKTeco WL20
This vulnerability exists in ZKTeco WL20 due to storage of Wi-Fi credentials, configuration data and system data in plaintext within the device firmware. An attacker with physical access could exploit this vulnerability by extracting the firmware and reverse engineer the binary data to access the plaintext sensitive data stored in the targeted device.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow the attacker to gain unauthorized network access, retrieve and manipulate data on the targeted device.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-55280?
CVE-2025-55280 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the exposure of sensitive data.
How do I fix CVE-2025-55280?
To mitigate CVE-2025-55280, it is recommended to update the ZKTeco WL20 firmware to a version that encrypts stored data.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-55280?
Users of the ZKTeco WL20 device are affected by CVE-2025-55280 due to the storage of plaintext credentials.
What could an attacker do with CVE-2025-55280?
An attacker with physical access could exploit CVE-2025-55280 to extract and read sensitive Wi-Fi credentials and system data.
Is CVE-2025-55280 a remote vulnerability?
No, CVE-2025-55280 requires physical access to the device to exploit the vulnerability.