#VU71605 Unprotected storage of credentials in Wattbox WB-300-IP-3


Published: 2023-01-27

Vulnerability identifier: #VU71605

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-22389

CWE-ID: CWE-256

Exploitation vector: Local 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 gain access to other users' credentials.

The vulnerability exists due to application stored credentials in plain text in a configuration file on the system. A remote attacker on the local network can view contents of the configuration file and gain access to passwords for 3rd party integration.

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 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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