Vinchin · Vinchin Backup & Recovery · CVE-2022-35866
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Vinchin Backup and Recovery version 6.5.0.17561
**Description**
This issue allows remote attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations. The specific flaw exists within the configuration of the MySQL server, which uses a hard-coded password for the administrator user. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system.
**Recommendations**
For Vinchin Backup and Recovery version 6.5.0.17561, consider changing the hard-coded password for the administrator user in the MySQL server configuration as a temporary workaround until a patch is available. Restrict access to the MySQL server to minimize the risk of exploitation. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.