#VU79019 Use of hard-coded credentials in SCADA Data Gateway


Published: 2023-08-07

Vulnerability identifier: #VU79019

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-39458

CWE-ID: CWE-798

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SCADA Data Gateway
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor:

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to presence of hard-coded credentials within the handling of certificates. A remote attacker on the local network can gain access to sensitive information on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions


External links
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1026/


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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