CVE-2019-25322
Hardcoded Credentials in Heatmiser Netmonitor 3.03 Enables Unauthorized Access
Publication date: 2026-02-12
Last updated on: 2026-02-13
Assigner: VulnCheck
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| heatmiser | netmonitor | 3.03 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-798 | The product contains hard-coded credentials, such as a password or cryptographic key. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
The vulnerability in Heatmiser Netmonitor 3.03 is due to hardcoded credentials in the networkSetup.htm page. Specifically, the device contains predictable admin login credentials embedded in hidden form input fields, with the username set as 'admin' and the password also set as 'admin'. This allows attackers to gain unauthorized access to the device by simply using these hardcoded credentials.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can allow attackers to remotely access the Heatmiser Netmonitor device without any authentication effort, since the credentials are hardcoded and predictable. The CVSS v3.1 score indicates a high impact on confidentiality (C:H) but no impact on integrity or availability. This means attackers can potentially view sensitive information or device settings, leading to privacy breaches or unauthorized monitoring, but they cannot modify data or disrupt device operation.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
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