CVE-2012-2970: The Synel SY-780/A Time & Attendance terminal allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes a remotely triggerable hang in the Synel SY-780/A time and attendance terminal. If reachable over the network, an attacker could disrupt device availability and interfere with attendance collection. The sources do not show data theft, code execution, a patch, or known active exploitation. Exposure is most likely where Synel SY-780/A terminals are reachable from untrusted networks or broad internal segments. Risk is lower if these devices are isolated behind access controls and only required systems can reach the listed ports. Treat this as an operational availability risk, not a confirmed breach-enabling flaw. Prioritize if these terminals support payroll, attendance, or compliance workflows and are reachable from broad networks. Immediate containment should focus on network access control while vendor guidance is checked. Mitigation focus: Check Synel or CERT guidance for any vendor-approved fix or workaround.; Restrict access to affected terminals from untrusted networks.; Allow only required systems to reach ports 1641, 3734, and 3735..

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Jun 24, 2026, 12:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.