CVE-2025-27459
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.20%
Last modified
CVE-2025-27459 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The VNC application stores its passwords encrypted within the registry but uses DES for encryption. As DES is broken, the original passwords can be recovered.. EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The VNC application stores its passwords encrypted within the registry but uses DES for encryption. As DES is broken, the original passwords can be recovered.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Endress | Meac300-Fnade4 Firmware | All versions |
References
- https://sick.com/psirtVendor Advisory
- https://sick.com/psirtVendor Advisory
- https://sick.com/psirtVendor Advisory
- https://sick.com/psirtVendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/resources-tools/resources/ics-recommended-practicesUS Government Resource
- https://www.endress.comProduct
- https://www.first.org/cvss/calculator/3.1Not Applicable
- https://www.sick.com/.well-known/csaf/white/2025/sca-2025-0008.jsonThird Party Advisory
- https://www.sick.com/.well-known/csaf/white/2025/sca-2025-0008.pdfThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-27459?
The VNC application stores its passwords encrypted within the registry but uses DES for encryption. As DES is broken, the original passwords can be recovered.
How severe is CVE-2025-27459?
CVE-2025-27459 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-27459?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2025-27459?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
Scan your code nowSource: NVD / NIST