Configuration Weakness in Moxa NPort Devices Exposing Plaintext Passwords
CVE-2016-9348

3.3LOW

Key Information:

Vendor

Moxa
Status
Moxa Nport
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 February 2017

What is CVE-2016-9348?

A significant vulnerability exists in multiple series of Moxa NPort devices due to a misconfiguration within the device's configuration file. This issue allows sensitive parameters, including passwords, to be stored in plaintext, enhancing the risk of unauthorized access and exploitation by malicious actors. Device versions prior to the respective thresholds contain this flaw, highlighting the importance of timely updates to mitigate potential security threats.

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Affected Version(s)

Moxa NPort Moxa NPort

References

https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-336-02
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/85965
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
3.3
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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