PT-2024-4479 · Westermo · Westermo Edw-100
Published
2024-05-03
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Updated
2024-08-26
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CVE-2024-36081
CVSS v3.1
10
Critical
| Vector | AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H |
Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Westermo EDW-100 devices through 2024-05-03
Description
The issue is related to the storage of a password in cleartext in a configuration file. An unauthenticated user can download this configuration file, potentially revealing the username and password for an arbitrary user account by sending a specially crafted GET request. This device is a serial-to-Ethernet converter and should not be placed at the edge of the network.
Recommendations
For Westermo EDW-100 devices through 2024-05-03, consider restricting access to the configuration file until a patch is available. As a temporary workaround, limit the exposure of these devices by not placing them at the edge of the network. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.
Information Disclosure
Insufficiently Protected Credentials
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Related Identifiers
Affected Products
Westermo Edw-100