CVE-2017-20238
Received Received - Intake
Improper Authorization in Hirschmann HiVision Allows Unauthorized Configuration Changes

Publication date: 2026-04-03

Last updated on: 2026-04-03

Assigner: VulnCheck

Description
Hirschmann Industrial HiVision versions 06.0.00 and 07.0.00 prior to 06.0.06 and 07.0.01 contains an improper authorization vulnerability that allows read-only users to gain write access to managed devices by bypassing access control mechanisms. Attackers can exploit alternative interfaces such as the web interface or SNMP browser to modify device configurations despite having restricted permissions.
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Published
2026-04-03
Last Modified
2026-04-03
Generated
2026-06-16
AI Q&A
2026-04-04
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-14
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Vendor Product Version / Range
hirschmann industrial_hivision to 06.0.06 (exc)
hirschmann industrial_hivision to 07.0.01 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-285 The product does not perform or incorrectly performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in Hirschmann Industrial HiVision versions 06.0.00 and 07.0.00 prior to 06.0.06 and 07.0.01. It is an improper authorization flaw that allows users with read-only permissions to bypass access control mechanisms and gain write access to managed devices.

Attackers can exploit alternative interfaces such as the web interface or SNMP browser to modify device configurations despite having restricted permissions.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can allow unauthorized users who should only have read-only access to instead modify device configurations. This can lead to unauthorized changes in network device settings, potentially disrupting network operations or compromising device security.

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