Insecure Password Storage Vulnerability on MOXA EDS-G512E Devices

CVE-2017-13701

Summary

A security issue has been identified in MOXA EDS-G512E devices, specifically in version 5.1 build 16072215, where the backup file exposes sensitive information inadequately. The implementation lacks proper salting for password hashing, resulting in passwords stored in plain text without encryption. This flaw poses significant risks to security, as attackers could easily access credentials stored in these backups, underscoring the necessity for robust password protection measures.

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