CVE-2023-3938

Bypassing ZkTeco-based OEM devices/ZKTeco biometric authentication system via SQLi in QR code

Description

Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in ZkTeco-based OEM devices allows an attacker to authenticate under any user from the device database. This issue affects  ZkTeco-based OEM devices (ZkTeco ProFace X, Smartec ST-FR043, Smartec ST-FR041ME and possibly others) with the ZAM170-NF-1.8.25-7354-Ver1.0.0 and possibly others.

Category

4.6
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
Affected: ZkTeco ZkTeco-based OEM devices with firmware ZAM170-NF-1.8.25-7354-Ver1.0.0
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References

Link Tags
https://github.com/klsecservices/Advisories/blob/master/K-ZkTeco-2023-001.md

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-3938?
CVE-2023-3938 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-3938?
To fix CVE-2023-3938, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-3938 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-3938 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-3938?
CVE-2023-3938 affects ZkTeco ZkTeco-based OEM devices with firmware ZAM170-NF-1.8.25-7354-Ver1.0.0.
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