#VU78331 Improper Authentication in SonicWall GMS and SonicWall Analytics


Published: 2023-09-08

Vulnerability identifier: #VU78331

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:H/E:F/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-34124

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
SonicWall GMS
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software
SonicWall Analytics
Server applications / IDS/IPS systems, Firewalls and proxy servers

Vendor: SonicWall

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient checks in the Web Service. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

SonicWall GMS: 9.3.2-SP1

SonicWall Analytics: 2.5.0.4-R7


External links
http://psirt.global.sonicwall.com/vuln-detail/SNWLID-2023-0010
http://www.sonicwall.com/support/knowledge-base/urgent-security-notice-sonicwall-gms-analytics-impacted-by-suite-of-vulnerabilities/230710150218060/
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1155/


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. However, a fully functional exploit for this vulnerability is available.


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