#VU97908 Cleartext transmission of sensitive information in ATAK Plugin - CVE-2024-45838

Vulnerability identifier: #VU97908

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:A/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-45838

CWE-ID: CWE-319

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
ATAK Plugin
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: goTenna

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to the affected pplication does not encrypt the callsigns of its users. A remote attacker with ability to intercept network traffic can reveal information about the users.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

ATAK Plugin: 1.9.12

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External links
https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-270-05

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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 local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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