Frontend Authorization Logic Disclosure Vulnerability
Vulnerability Description
Moxa’s Ethernet switch is vulnerable to an authentication bypass because of flaws in its authorization mechanism. Although both client-side and back-end server verification are involved in the process, attackers can exploit weaknesses in its implementation. These vulnerabilities may enable brute-force attacks to guess valid credentials or MD5 collision attacks to forge authentication hashes, potentially compromising the security of the device.
Impact Analysis
Refer to official advisory for detailed impact metrics.
Remediation
Ensure systems are updated to the latest vendor-supplied patch levels.
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Credits & Attribution
The following person or organization is credited with identifying this vulnerability, as recorded in the NVD database:
- Artem Turyshev from Rosatom Automated Control Systems Joint-Stock Company
References
- https://www.moxa.com/en/support/product-support/security-advisory/mpsa-241407-cve-2024-12297-frontend-authorization-logic-disclosure-vulnerability-in-eds-508a-series
- https://www.moxa.com/en/support/product-support/security-advisory/mpsa-241408-cve-2024-12297-frontend-authorization-logic-disclosure-vulnerability-identified-in-pt-switches
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MITRE ATT&CK TTPs
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