Skip to main content

CVE-2026-27873: CWE-798 - Use of Hard-coded Credentials in Johnson Controls EasyIO FG

0
Medium
VulnerabilityCVE-2026-27873cvecve-2026-27873cwe-798
Published: 10/01/2026 (10/01/2026, 21:27:33 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: Johnson Controls
Product: EasyIO FG

Description

CVE-2026-27873 is a medium severity vulnerability in Johnson Controls EasyIO FG prior to version 2.0b52. It involves the use of hard-coded credentials, which can facilitate password spraying attacks. The vulnerability affects local attack vectors with high complexity and requires partial privileges. No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no official patch information is provided.

CVSS v4.0

Score 5.6medium

Attack Vector
Local
Attack Complexity
High
Attack Requirements
Present
Privileges Required
Low
User Interaction
None
Vuln. Confidentiality
Low
Vuln. Integrity
High
Vuln. Availability
High
Subsq. Confidentiality
High
Subsq. Integrity
High
Subsq. Availability
High
CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:H/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H/E:P

Affected software

Johnson Controls

EasyIO FG

Affected versions
>=0 <2.0b52

AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 10/01/2026, 22:01:39 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified as CWE-798, indicating the use of hard-coded credentials in Johnson Controls EasyIO FG versions before 2.0b52. Hard-coded credentials can be exploited by attackers to perform password spraying attacks, potentially leading to unauthorized access. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 5.6 (medium), reflecting local attack vector, high attack complexity, partial privileges required, no user interaction, and high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, availability, and security requirements.

Potential Impact

The use of hard-coded credentials can allow attackers with local access and partial privileges to attempt password spraying attacks, potentially compromising system confidentiality, integrity, and availability. However, no known active exploits have been reported in the wild for this vulnerability.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict local access to the affected systems and monitor for unauthorized access attempts related to credential misuse.

Pro Console: star threats, build custom feeds, automate alerts via Slack, email & webhooks.Upgrade to Pro

Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
jci
Date Reserved
2026-02-24T11:29:18.530Z
Cvss Version
4.0
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 6abed4c9a43b0b3b89071d88

Added to database: 10/01/2026, 21:46:49 UTC

Last enriched: 10/01/2026, 22:01:39 UTC

Last updated: 10/02/2026, 03:49:41 UTC

Views: 10

Community Reviews

0 reviews

Crowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.

Sort by
Loading community insights…

Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.

Actions

PRO

Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.

Please log in to the Console to use AI analysis features.

Need more coverage?

Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.

For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.

Latest Threats

Breach by OffSeqOFFSEQFRIENDS — 25% OFF

Check if your credentials are on the dark web

Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.

Scan now
OffSeq TrainingCredly Certified

Lead Pen Test Professional

Technical5-day eLearningPECB Accredited
View courses