#VU58509 Improper Authentication in Smart-UPS SRT 5000

Vulnerability identifier: #VU58509

Vulnerability risk: Medium

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

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Smart-UPS SRT 5000
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc

Vendor: Schneider Electric

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in when processing authentication requests in Scheduled UPS Configuration. A remote authenticated attacker can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Smart-UPS SRT 5000: 6.9.6

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External links
https://www.fortiguard.com/zeroday/FG-VD-21-009

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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.