#VU89129 Use of Hard-coded Cryptographic Key in PowerPanel - CVE-2024-31410

Vulnerability identifier: #VU89129

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 4.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-31410

CWE-ID: CWE-321

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
PowerPanel
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor: CyberPower

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to use of hard-coded cryptographic key. A remote user can impersonate any client in the system and send malicious data.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

PowerPanel: 4.9.0

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External links
https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-123-01

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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