#VU86767 Weak Encoding for Password in WS203VICM


Published: 2024-02-23

Vulnerability identifier: #VU86767

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-23492

CWE-ID: CWE-261

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
WS203VICM
Hardware solutions / Other hardware appliances

Vendor: Commend

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to a weak encoding is used to transmit credentials. A remote attacker on the local network can retrieve the credentials from another user.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

WS203VICM: 1.7


External links
http://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-051-01


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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