CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-5230

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

All versions and editions of Rapid7 Nexpose prior to 6.4.50 have a Java keystore encrypted with a static password 'r@p1d7k3y5t0r3', which is not modifiable by the user. The keystore stores saved scan credentials in a secure location on disk.

Risk Assessment

The use of a static password that cannot be changed poses a risk of unauthorized access to stored credentials, potentially leading to serious security breaches.

Recommendation

It is recommended to upgrade to version 6.4.50 or later to eliminate this vulnerability and consider additional security measures for stored credentials.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The Java keystore in all versions and editions of Rapid7 Nexpose prior to 6.4.50 is encrypted with a static password of 'r@p1d7k3y5t0r3' which is not modifiable by the user. The keystore provides storage for saved scan credentials in an otherwise secure location on disk.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS