#VU57970 Cleartext transmission of sensitive information in DAQFactory - CVE-2021-42699

Vulnerability identifier: #VU57970

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 1.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:A/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-42699

CWE-ID: CWE-319

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
DAQFactory
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: AzeoTech

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to software uses insecure communication channel to transmit sensitive information. A remote authenticated attacker can gain access to sensitive data.

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

Vulnerable software versions

DAQFactory: 18.1 2347

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External links
https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-308-02

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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.