CVE-2025-23179

Summary

CVE-2025-23179 is a newly identified cybersecurity vulnerability carrying a CWE designation of CWE-798. This vulnerability stems from the use of hard-coded credentials within a system or application, posing a significant risk if the credentials fall into the wrong hands. Cybercriminals can exploit this weakness to gain unauthorized access, potentially leading to data breaches or system takeovers. The severity of the issue is heightened when the hard-coded credentials provide high-level privileges, enabling attackers to perform various malicious activities. To mitigate this risk, it is essential to update the affected software or application with the latest security patches, and to adopt secure credential management practices to protect sensitive information.

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