Vulnerability identifier: #VU13188

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-7933

CWE-ID: CWE-256

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
IP Gateway
Hardware solutions / Routers for home users

Vendor: ABB

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to some configuration files contain passwords stored in plain-text. A remote attacker can obtain arbitrary data and gain unauthorized access to the system.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

IP Gateway: All versions

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-156-01

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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.