#VU84680 Improper Authentication in ViewPower - CVE-2023-51574

Vulnerability identifier: #VU84680

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 8.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-51574

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
ViewPower
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Voltronic Power

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication.

The vulnerability exist due to an error within the updateManagerPassword method. A remote attacker can set a new password for the manager account and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

ViewPower: All versions

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External links
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1880/

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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.