Access to Bootloader and Shell Over Serial Interface
Vulnerability Description
A serial interface can be accessed with physical access to the PCB of Wattsense Bridge devices. After connecting to the interface, access to the bootloader is possible, as well as a Linux login prompt. The bootloader access can be used to gain a root shell on the device. This issue is fixed in recent firmware versions BSP >= 6.4.1.
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:
- Constantin Schieber-Knöbl | SEC Consult Vulnerability Lab
- Stefan Schweighofer | SEC Consult Vulnerability Lab
- Steffen Robertz | SEC Consult Vulnerability Lab
References
Affected Vendor
Wattsense
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Timeline
CVSS Vectors
MITRE ATT&CK TTPs
No associated TTPs found for this vulnerability.