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CVE-2022-40187: n/a in n/a

High
VulnerabilityCVE-2022-40187cvecve-2022-40187
Published: Thu Oct 13 2022 (10/13/2022, 00:00:00 UTC)
Source: CVE
Vendor/Project: n/a
Product: n/a

Description

Foresight GC3 Launch Monitor 1.3.15.68 ships with a Target Communication Framework (TCF) service enabled. This service listens on a TCP port on all interfaces and allows for process debugging, file system modification, and terminal access as the root user. In conjunction with a hosted wireless access point and the known passphrase of FSSPORTS, an attacker could use this service to modify a device and steal intellectual property.

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AILast updated: 07/06/2025, 10:57:53 UTC

Technical Analysis

CVE-2022-40187 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting the Foresight GC3 Launch Monitor version 1.3.15.68. The vulnerability arises from the presence of an enabled Target Communication Framework (TCF) service that listens on a TCP port across all network interfaces. This service provides extensive capabilities including process debugging, file system modification, and terminal access with root privileges. Critically, the service is accessible via a hosted wireless access point that uses a known, hardcoded passphrase "FSSPORTS". This combination allows an attacker within wireless range to connect to the device, authenticate using the known passphrase, and leverage the TCF service to gain root-level control over the device. Such control enables the attacker to modify device configurations, execute arbitrary commands, and potentially exfiltrate intellectual property stored on the device. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-276 (Incorrect Default Permissions) indicating that the service was deployed with insecure default settings that expose sensitive functionality without adequate access controls. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.0, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with low attack complexity and no user interaction required. The attack vector is adjacent network (AV:A), meaning the attacker must be on the same local network or within wireless range. No known exploits have been reported in the wild as of the publication date, and no patches or mitigations have been officially released by the vendor. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to organizations using the affected Foresight GC3 Launch Monitor devices, especially in environments where wireless access points are accessible to unauthorized individuals.

Potential Impact

For European organizations, the impact of this vulnerability can be substantial, particularly for businesses involved in sports technology, golf training facilities, or any sector utilizing the Foresight GC3 Launch Monitor for performance analysis. The ability for an attacker to gain root access to these devices could lead to unauthorized modification or destruction of critical data, theft of proprietary algorithms or intellectual property, and disruption of device functionality. This could result in operational downtime, financial losses, and reputational damage. Additionally, if these devices are connected to broader enterprise networks, the attacker could potentially use the compromised device as a pivot point for lateral movement, increasing the risk of wider network compromise. The vulnerability's exploitation does not require user interaction and can be performed remotely over the wireless network, increasing the likelihood of successful attacks in environments with insufficient wireless security controls. Given the high confidentiality and integrity impact, sensitive data processed or stored by these devices is at risk. The availability impact also suggests potential denial of service or device bricking scenarios, which could disrupt business operations.

Mitigation Recommendations

To mitigate this vulnerability, European organizations should immediately assess their deployment of Foresight GC3 Launch Monitor devices and verify if the vulnerable version 1.3.15.68 is in use. Since no official patch is currently available, organizations should implement compensating controls: 1) Disable or restrict access to the TCF service if possible, either by configuration changes or network segmentation. 2) Change or disable the default wireless access point with the known passphrase "FSSPORTS" to a strong, unique passphrase and restrict wireless access to trusted personnel only. 3) Isolate the devices on a dedicated VLAN or network segment with strict access control lists (ACLs) to prevent unauthorized network access. 4) Monitor network traffic for unusual connections to the TCP port used by the TCF service and implement intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) to alert on suspicious activity. 5) Conduct regular audits of device configurations and logs to detect any unauthorized access or modifications. 6) Engage with the vendor for updates or patches and apply them promptly once available. 7) Educate staff about the risks of connecting to unsecured wireless networks and enforce strong wireless security policies. These measures collectively reduce the attack surface and limit the potential for exploitation until a vendor patch is released.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.1
Assigner Short Name
mitre
Date Reserved
2022-09-08T00:00:00.000Z
Cisa Enriched
true
Cvss Version
3.1
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 682cd0fb1484d88663aec656

Added to database: 5/20/2025, 6:59:07 PM

Last enriched: 7/6/2025, 10:57:53 AM

Last updated: 8/18/2025, 12:17:53 AM

Views: 23

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