#VU71602 Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts in Wattbox WB-300-IP-3


Published: 2023-01-27

Vulnerability identifier: #VU71602

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-24020

CWE-ID: CWE-307

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Wattbox WB-300-IP-3
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor: Snap One

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper restriction of excessive authentication attempts. A remote attacker can multiple attempts to force a login.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Wattbox WB-300-IP-3: WB10.9a17


External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-23-026-03


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.


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