#VU46114 Hidden functionality in N-Tron 702-W and N-Tron 702M12-W - CVE-2020-16204

Vulnerability identifier: #VU46114

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-2020-16204

CWE-ID: CWE-912

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
N-Tron 702-W
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
N-Tron 702M12-W
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc

Vendor: Red Lion Controls

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system

The vulnerability exists due to hidden functionality (backdoor) is present in software. A remote attacker can use this functionality to gain full access to the application and execute commands as root on the device

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

N-Tron 702-W: All versions

N-Tron 702M12-W: All versions

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External links
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-20-240-01

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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.