CVE-2026-21660
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Hardcoded Plaintext Credentials in Frick Controls Quantum HD Firmware

Publication date: 2026-02-27

Last updated on: 2026-03-02

Assigner: Johnson Controls

Description
Hardcoded Email Credentials Saved as Plaintext in Firmware (CWE-256: Plaintext Storage of a Password) vulnerability in Frick Controls Quantum HD version 10.22 and prior lead to unauthorized access, exposure of sensitive information, and potential misuse or system compromise This issue affects Frick Controls Quantum HD version 10.22 and prior.
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Published
2026-02-27
Last Modified
2026-03-02
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-02-27
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-21660
EUVD
EUVD-2026-9020
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Vendor Product Version / Range
johnsoncontrols frick_controls_quantum_hd_firmware to 10.22 (inc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-522 The product transmits or stores authentication credentials, but it uses an insecure method that is susceptible to unauthorized interception and/or retrieval.
CWE-256 The product stores a password in plaintext within resources such as memory or files.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves hardcoded email credentials that are saved as plaintext within the firmware of Frick Controls Quantum HD version 10.22 and earlier. Because the credentials are stored in plaintext, unauthorized users can potentially access these credentials, leading to exposure of sensitive information.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to the system, exposure of sensitive information, and potential misuse or system compromise. Attackers who obtain the plaintext credentials could exploit the system, potentially causing operational disruptions or data breaches.

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