Vulnerability identifier: #VU25523
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
AWK-3131A Series
Hardware solutions /
Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
Vendor: Moxa
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in the "iw_console" functionality. A remote authenticated attacker can use a specially crafted menu selection string to cause an escape from the restricted console, send specially crafted commands, bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
AWK-3131A Series: 1.13
External links
http://www.moxa.com/en/support/support/security-advisory/awk-3131a-series-industrial-ap-bridge-client-vulnerabilities
http://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2019-0925
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.