Vulnerability identifier: #VU72721

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 4.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-1101

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SonicOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: SonicWall

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to bypass 2FA authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to improper restriction of excessive MFA attempts in SonicOS SSLVPN. A remote user can bypass 2FA authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

SonicOS: 6.5 - 7.0.1.0-5051-R843

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External links
http://psirt.global.sonicwall.com/vuln-detail/SNWLID-2023-0005

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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