#VU27307 Improper access control in Centaur and TitanSMA - CVE-2020-12134

Vulnerability identifier: #VU27307

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 8.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-12134

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Centaur
Hardware solutions / Other hardware appliances
TitanSMA
Hardware solutions / Other hardware appliances

Vendor: Nanometrics Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions for the "syslog" log. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

Centaur: 4.3.23

TitanSMA: 4.2.20

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External links
https://www.zeroscience.mk/en/vulnerabilities/ZSL-2020-5562.php

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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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.