CyberRota Analysis
AI-GeneratedThe Quest KACE Systems Deployment Appliance version 11.0.273 is vulnerable due to the installation with default user credentials, specifically the publicly known password for the kbftp account. This flaw allows remote attackers to easily access the FTP service interface, potentially exposing sensitive information, including privileged credentials stored in MySQL backups. Organizations using this appliance should prioritize remediation to prevent unauthorized access and protect sensitive data.
Original NVD Description
An issue was discovered in Quest KACE Systems Deployment Appliance (SMA) 11.0.273. It installs with default user credentials. The kbftp account has a password of getbxf, which is publicly known and documented. This allows remote attackers to trivially gain privileged access to the FTP service interface, which contains MySQL backups. Sensitive information is stored in the database, such as privileged credentials for other systems.
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