The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-65823 affects the Meatmeet Pro device, which is shipped with hardcoded Wi-Fi credentials embedded in its firmware. These credentials correspond to a test network used during device development. If an attacker extracts these credentials from the firmware, they could potentially locate and access the vendor's Wi-Fi network physically. This unauthorized access could allow attackers to infiltrate the vendor’s internal network, potentially leading to data breaches or further exploitation. Moreover, the vulnerability includes a risk during the device's initial setup phase: an attacker in close physical proximity can set up a rogue access point mimicking the hardcoded SSID and password, causing the device to auto-connect to the attacker-controlled network. This can enable man-in-the-middle attacks, interception of sensitive data, or injection of malicious payloads. The vulnerability does not require remote exploitation or user interaction beyond physical proximity during setup, increasing the risk in environments where physical security is lax. No CVSS score has been assigned yet, but the flaw represents a significant security weakness due to embedded credentials and the potential for network compromise. No patches or firmware updates are currently linked, indicating a need for vendor action. The lack of known exploits in the wild suggests the vulnerability is newly disclosed but should be addressed proactively.

For European organizations, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to vendor Wi-Fi networks, potentially exposing sensitive corporate or operational data. If attackers gain network access, they could move laterally within the vendor’s infrastructure or disrupt services. The risk is heightened in environments where Meatmeet Pro devices are deployed near critical infrastructure or sensitive operations. Compromise of the vendor’s network could also affect supply chain security for European companies relying on Meatmeet Pro devices or services. Additionally, the ability to force the device to connect to a malicious access point during setup could facilitate interception of credentials or injection of malware, leading to further compromise. This vulnerability undermines confidentiality and integrity of communications and could impact availability if attackers disrupt network connectivity. The physical proximity requirement limits remote exploitation but does not eliminate risk in shared or public spaces. Overall, the threat could result in reputational damage, regulatory penalties under GDPR if personal data is exposed, and operational disruptions.

Immediate mitigation should focus on obtaining and applying firmware updates from the vendor that remove hardcoded Wi-Fi credentials and improve secure provisioning processes. Until patches are available, organizations should enforce strict physical security controls around device setup areas to prevent unauthorized proximity. Network segmentation should be implemented to isolate vendor devices and their Wi-Fi networks from critical corporate infrastructure. Monitoring for unusual Wi-Fi connections or rogue access points mimicking known SSIDs can help detect exploitation attempts. Vendors and users should avoid deploying devices with default or hardcoded credentials and instead use unique, securely generated credentials per device. Conducting security audits of IoT devices and their firmware can identify similar issues proactively. Finally, organizations should engage with the vendor to ensure timely disclosure and remediation of such vulnerabilities.