Vulnerability identifier: #VU71416

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-43704

CWE-ID: CWE-294

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
XY-WFTX Wifi Remote Thermostat Module Temperature Controller
Hardware solutions / Other hardware appliances

Vendor: Sinilink

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to authentication bypass by capture-replay. A remote attacker can control the onboard relay without requiring authentication via the mobile application.

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

Vulnerable software versions

XY-WFTX Wifi Remote Thermostat Module Temperature Controller: 1.3.6

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External links
http://www.trustwave.com/en-us/resources/blogs/spiderlabs-blog/cve-2022-43704-capture-replay-vulnerability-in-sinilink-xy-wft1-thermostat/

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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.