#VU95997 Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts in SINEC Traffic Analyzer


Vulnerability identifier: #VU95997

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-41904

CWE-ID: CWE-307

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SINEC Traffic Analyzer
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper restriction of excessive authentication attempts. A remote attacker can conduct brute force attacks against legitimate user passwords.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions


External links
http://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/html/ssa-716317.html


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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