OSVDB ID: 286 Title: Unrestricted Physical Access Authentication Bypass / Information Disclosure |
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Devices without proper physical security may allow a malicious user to bypass authentication or even lead to an unauthorized information disclosure. The issue may be triggered in a variety of different ways and typically depends on the specific device. It is possible that the flaw will result in a loss of integrity. |
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Physical Access Required
Attack Type: Authentication Management, Information Disclosure Impact: Loss of Integrity Exploit: Exploit Available OSVDB: Concern, Best Practice |
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Restrict physical access to the all workstations, servers and network hardware. It is extremely important to physically lock up and secure your equipment. There simply is no security without physical security. |
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Unknown or Incomplete |