CVE-2016-7836—SKYSEA Client View Improper Authentication Vulnerability

Vulnerability Name

SKYSEA Client View Improper Authentication Vulnerability

Description

SKYSEA Client View contains an improper authentication vulnerability that allows remote code execution via a flaw in processing authentication on the TCP connection with the management console program.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:

Unknown

Action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Additional Notes

• https://www.skyseaclientview.net/news/161221/
• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-7836

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Related Weaknesses

• CWE-287