CVE-2026-16247
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Permission Bypass in _connect.BRAIN via Insecure Permissions

Publication date: 2026-07-20

Last updated on: 2026-07-20

Assigner: bizerba

Description
In _connect.BRAIN versions prior to 5.06, the application LogPathConfig.exe is executed during setup. During this process, existing permissions on %ProgramData% are deleted and replaced, granting the Windows group Everyone full control instead of restricting access to %ProgramData%\Bizerba\_connect.BRAIN or %ProgramData%\Bizerba\BCT. Starting with _connect.BRAIN 5.06, the setup no longer executes this tool.

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Published
2026-07-20
Last Modified
2026-07-20
Generated
2026-07-21
AI Q&A
2026-07-20
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-16247
EUVD
EUVD-2026-45903

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
bizerba _connect.brain to 5.06 (exc)
bizerba brain2 to 3.09 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-276 During installation, installed file permissions are set to allow anyone to modify those files.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability affects Bizerba products BRAIN2 and _connect.BRAIN. During setup, the LogPathConfig.exe tool incorrectly grants the Windows group Everyone full control over the %ProgramData% directory instead of restricting access to specific product directories like %ProgramData%\Bizerba\BRAIN2 or %ProgramData%\Bizerba\BCT. This is classified under CWE-276 (Incorrect Default Permissions).

Detection Guidance

Check if LogPathConfig.exe exists in %ProgramData%\Bizerba\ directories and review permissions on %ProgramData% using icacls "%ProgramData%" /q /c /t. Look for the 'Everyone' group with full control (F) permissions.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to gain full control over the %ProgramData% directory, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or system compromise. Attackers could exploit this to modify or delete critical files, install malicious software, or escalate privileges.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could violate compliance requirements by exposing sensitive data to unauthorized access. GDPR and HIPAA mandate strict access controls and data protection measures. Excessive permissions may lead to data breaches, resulting in legal penalties, reputational damage, and loss of trust.

Mitigation Strategies

Remove full control permissions for the 'Everyone' group on %ProgramData% using icacls. Restore proper permissions for %ProgramData%\Bizerba\_connect.BRAIN or %ProgramData%\Bizerba\BCT. Update to _connect.BRAIN 5.06 or BRAIN2 3.09 if applicable.

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