#VU69514 Improper Authentication in HOTA-Fara-B19


Published: 2022-11-23

Vulnerability identifier: #VU69514

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-41579

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
HOTA-Fara-B19
Hardware solutions / Other hardware appliances

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in when processing authentication requests. A remote attacker on the local network can spoof then connect to the band.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

HOTA-Fara-B19: 11.1.2.40


External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20221130-01-c7f72ffb-en


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.


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