PAX POS Devices Vulnerable to Escalation of Privilege Due to Improperly Configured Scripts
CVE-2023-42133

6.7MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Pax

Status
Pos Terminals
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 October 2024

What is CVE-2023-42133?

Within PAX Android based POS devices, a significant vulnerability exists that allows for privilege escalation due to the presence of improperly configured scripts. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must attain shell access with system account privileges. This flaw poses a considerable risk to device integrity and user security. A remedy has been provided in firmware version PayDroid_8.1.0_Sagittarius_V11.1.61_20240226, which addresses the underlying issues. Regular updates and vigilance are recommended to safeguard against potential exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

POS terminals Android 0 < 11.1.61_20240226

References

https://ppn.paxengine.com/release/development?
vendor-advisory
https://blog.stmcyber.com/pax-pos-cves-2023/
technical-description
https://cert.pl/en/posts/2024/10/CVE-2023-42133
third-party-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.7
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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