Over 24,000 exposed server BMCs leak password hash via decades-old flaw

Over 24,000 exposed Baseboard Management Controllers (BMCs) on internet-facing servers are leaking administrator password hashes due to a decades-old vulnerability that allows unauthenticated access. The flaw affects multiple server manufacturers and creates a direct path for attackers to gain control of critical infrastructure.

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