A critical security vulnerability (CVE-2026-7251) has been identified in Eppendorf's BioFlo 320 bioreactor, with a CVSS severity rating of 9.8. This flaw arises from a hard-coded password in its remote management tool using VNC architecture, allowing unauthorized access and manipulation of sensitive biochemical processes. Manufacturers have issued a software patch to disable the vulnerable protocol. Users are urged to apply the latest Version 5.0 software package and ensure configuration changes are restricted to trusted personnel.
Eppendorf BioFlo 320 Flaw Allows VNC Hack CVE-2026-7251
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