CVE-2017-20214

CVE-2017-20214 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-798.

Key facts

Description

FLIR Thermal Camera F/FC/PT/D firmware version 8.0.0.64 contains hard-coded SSH credentials that cannot be changed through normal camera operations. Attackers can leverage these persistent, unmodifiable credentials to gain unauthorized remote access to the thermal camera system.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-20214?
FLIR Thermal Camera F/FC/PT/D firmware version 8.0.0.64 contains hard-coded SSH credentials that cannot be changed through normal camera operations. Attackers can leverage these persistent, unmodifiable credentials to gain unauthorized remote access to the thermal camera system.
How severe is CVE-2017-20214?
CVE-2017-20214 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2017-20214 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (20th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-20214?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2017-20214 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2017-20214 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-1609.
When was CVE-2017-20214 published?
CVE-2017-20214 was published on 2026-01-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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