Authentication Bypass in Moxa NPort Devices
CVE-2016-9366

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

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

Summary

A vulnerability exists in multiple Moxa NPort models that allows an attacker to leverage brute force techniques to bypass authentication measures. This lack of proper authentication safeguards can potentially permit unauthorized access, leading to further exploitation of the affected devices. Organizations utilizing these products are advised to update to the latest firmware versions to mitigate the associated risks.

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:
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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