#VU87500 Unprotected storage of credentials in Bosch Remote Programing Software (RPS Lite) and Bosch Remote Programing Software (RPS)


Published: 2024-03-13

Vulnerability identifier: #VU87500

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-49263

CWE-ID: CWE-256

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Bosch Remote Programing Software (RPS Lite)
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software
Bosch Remote Programing Software (RPS)
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to other users' credentials.

The vulnerability exists due to application stored credentials in plain text in a configuration file on the system. A local user can view contents of the configuration file and gain access to passwords for 3rd party integration.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions


External links
http://psirt.bosch.com/security-advisories/bosch-sa-099637-bt.html


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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


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