Authentication Bypass in Moxa NPort Series Devices
CVE-2016-9361

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Moxa
Status
Moxa Nport
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 February 2017

Summary

A serious authentication bypass issue has been identified impacting various models within the Moxa NPort Series. This vulnerability allows attackers to retrieve administration passwords without valid credentials, potentially giving unauthorized users full access to network configurations. The flaw affects a wide range of device versions, emphasizing the need for users to update their systems promptly to the latest software releases to ensure security and prevent exploitation.

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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EPSS Score

48% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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