#VU84683 Improper Authentication in ViewPower Pro


Published: 2023-12-22 | Updated: 2024-01-24

Vulnerability identifier: #VU84683

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-51573

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
ViewPower Pro
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Voltronic Power

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication.

The vulnerability exist due to an error within the updateManagerPassword function. A remote attacker can set a new password for the manager account and gain unauthorized access to the application.

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

Vulnerable software versions

ViewPower Pro: 2.0-22165


External links
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1879/
http://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-023-03


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.


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