#VU63498 Cleartext transmission of sensitive information in Cyber Protect - CVE-2022-30994

Vulnerability identifier: #VU63498

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:A/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-30994

CWE-ID: CWE-319

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Cyber Protect
Server applications / Server solutions for antivurus protection

Vendor: Acronis

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to software uses insecure communication channel to transmit sensitive information. A remote attacker with ability to intercept network traffic can gain access to sensitive data.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Cyber Protect: before 15

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External links
https://security-advisory.acronis.com/advisories/SEC-2388

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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 local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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