Overview
CVE-2025-64778 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting NMIS/BioDose software, version 22.02 and previous versions. This vulnerability stems from the presence of plain text, hard-coded passwords within executable binaries. An attacker exploiting this flaw could gain unauthorized access to both the application and its underlying database, potentially leading to sensitive data exposure and system compromise.
Technical Details
The vulnerability lies in the inclusion of easily discoverable, hard-coded passwords within the application’s executable files. By reverse-engineering or inspecting the binaries, attackers can extract these credentials. These passwords grant privileged access to the NMIS/BioDose application and the connected database, allowing attackers to manipulate data, modify configurations, and potentially execute arbitrary code.
CVSS Analysis
This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.3, indicating a high severity level. The CVSS breakdown likely considers factors such as:
- Attack Vector: Network
- Attack Complexity: Low (due to the readily available credentials)
- Privileges Required: None (initial access may be required, but the passwords bypass authentication)
- User Interaction: None
- Scope: Changed
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Integrity Impact: High
- Availability Impact: High
This score highlights the significant risk posed by this vulnerability.
Possible Impact
The exploitation of CVE-2025-64778 can have severe consequences, including:
- Data Breach: Unauthorized access to sensitive patient data, including medical records and personal information.
- System Compromise: Full control over the NMIS/BioDose system, enabling attackers to modify system configurations, install malware, and disrupt operations.
- Compliance Violations: Exposure to legal and regulatory penalties due to the compromise of protected health information (PHI) and other sensitive data.
- Reputational Damage: Loss of trust and confidence from patients and stakeholders due to the security breach.
- Denial of Service: Intentional disruption of the application functionality.
Mitigation and Patch Steps
- Upgrade to the Latest Version: Immediately upgrade to the latest version of NMIS/BioDose software. The vendor should have released a patch that removes the hardcoded credentials and implements secure authentication mechanisms.
- Change Default Passwords (If Applicable): If the application allows for changing default credentials after the patch, ensure that you change all default or known passwords to strong, unique passwords.
- Network Segmentation: Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of a potential breach. Isolate the NMIS/BioDose system from other critical network segments.
- Monitor Network Traffic: Implement intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS) to monitor network traffic for suspicious activity and potential exploitation attempts.
- Regular Security Audits: Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify and remediate other potential security weaknesses.
- Implement Principle of Least Privilege: Grant users only the minimum level of access required to perform their job duties.
