#VU102856 Reliance on Security Through Obscurity in EDS-508A - CVE-2024-12297

Vulnerability identifier: #VU102856

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 8.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-12297

CWE-ID: CWE-656

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
EDS-508A
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc

Vendor: Moxa

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a flaws in the authorization mechanism. A remote attacker can bypass authentication, perform brute-force or MD5 collision attacks and gain unauthorized access to sensitive configurations or disrupt services.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

EDS-508A: 3.11

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External links
https://www.moxa.com/en/support/product-support/security-advisory/mpsa-241407-cve-2024-12297-frontend-authorization-logic-disclosure-vulnerability-in-eds-508a-series

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.