#VU75651 Cleartext storage of sensitive information in RAX30 - CVE-2023-27370

Vulnerability identifier: #VU75651

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 4.6 [CVSS:4.0/AV:A/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-27370

CWE-ID: CWE-312

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
RAX30
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc

Vendor: NETGEAR

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to the storage of configuration secrets in plaintext. A remote user on the local network can gain access to stored credentials.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

RAX30: before 1.0.10.94

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External links
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-501/
https://kb.netgear.com/000065619/Security-Advisory-for-Multiple-Vulnerabilities-on-the-RAX30-PSV-2022-0348

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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 local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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