CVE-2026-63563: Initialization of a resource with an insecure default in Sharp Corporation Sharp MFPs
Sharp and Toshiba Tec MFPs (multifunction printers) for a certain market have been shipped with the user authentication feature disabled in the initial configuration. When used with the initial configuration, the address book editing and a range of features related to Document Filing can be accessed without user authentication. Products intended for the Japanese market are not affected.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-63563 describes a vulnerability in Sharp and Toshiba Tec MFPs where the initial device configuration disables user authentication. This insecure default setting permits unauthenticated users to access and modify the address book and use various Document Filing features. The vulnerability is limited to devices outside the Japanese market. There is no vendor advisory or patch information available to confirm remediation status.
Potential Impact
An attacker with network access to the affected MFPs can access and modify sensitive address book information and utilize document filing features without authentication. This could lead to unauthorized disclosure and modification of data stored on the device. The CVSS score of 6.5 indicates a medium severity impact with low complexity and no required privileges or user interaction.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix or configuration guidance is provided, users should verify and enable user authentication on affected devices manually to prevent unauthorized access.
CVE-2026-63563: Initialization of a resource with an insecure default in Sharp Corporation Sharp MFPs
Description
Sharp and Toshiba Tec MFPs (multifunction printers) for a certain market have been shipped with the user authentication feature disabled in the initial configuration. When used with the initial configuration, the address book editing and a range of features related to Document Filing can be accessed without user authentication. Products intended for the Japanese market are not affected.
CVSS v3.1
Score 6.5medium
Affected software
Sharp Corporation
Sharp MFPs
Toshiba Tec Corporation
Toshiba Tec MFPs
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-63563 describes a vulnerability in Sharp and Toshiba Tec MFPs where the initial device configuration disables user authentication. This insecure default setting permits unauthenticated users to access and modify the address book and use various Document Filing features. The vulnerability is limited to devices outside the Japanese market. There is no vendor advisory or patch information available to confirm remediation status.
Potential Impact
An attacker with network access to the affected MFPs can access and modify sensitive address book information and utilize document filing features without authentication. This could lead to unauthorized disclosure and modification of data stored on the device. The CVSS score of 6.5 indicates a medium severity impact with low complexity and no required privileges or user interaction.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix or configuration guidance is provided, users should verify and enable user authentication on affected devices manually to prevent unauthorized access.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- jpcert
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-21T08:39:03.133Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a705979bf32cb7a34490fdd
Added to database: 08/03/2026, 09:03:53 UTC
Last enriched: 08/03/2026, 09:24:27 UTC
Last updated: 09/17/2026, 22:01:37 UTC
Views: 61
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