Vulnerability identifier: #VU82237

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-5642

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
R-SeeNet
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: Advantech Co., Ltd

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to excessive data output by the application. A remote attacker can read from and write to the snmpmon.ini file and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

R-SeeNet: 2.4.23

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External links
http://tenable.com/security/research/tra-2023-33

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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, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.