#VU97915 Insertion of Sensitive Information Into Sent Data in ATAK Plugin


Published: 2024-10-01

Vulnerability identifier: #VU97915

Vulnerability risk: Low

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-43814

CWE-ID: CWE-201

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 potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected plugin by default enables frequent unencrypted Position, Location and Information (PLI) transmission. A remote attacker on the local network can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

ATAK Plugin: 1.9.12


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


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.


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