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CVE-2020-25196: MOXA NPort IAW5000A-I/O Series

First published: Wed Dec 23 2020(Updated: )

The built-in WEB server for MOXA NPort IAW5000A-I/O firmware version 2.1 or lower allows SSH/Telnet sessions, which may be vulnerable to brute force attacks to bypass authentication.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Moxa Nport Iaw5000a-i\/o Firmware<=2.1
Moxa Nport Iaw5000a-i\/o
MOXA NPort: Firmware Version 2.1 or lower

Remedy

Moxa has released an updated firmware version (https://www.moxa.com/en/support/product-support/software-and-documentation/search?psid=50535) for the NPort IAW5000A-I/O Series and recommends (https://www.moxa.com/en/support/support/security-advisory/nport-iaw5000a-io-serial-device-servers-vulnerabilities) users install this update on all affected systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-25196?

    CVE-2020-25196 is considered to be of high severity due to the potential for brute force attacks that can lead to unauthorized access.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-25196?

    To fix CVE-2020-25196, upgrade the firmware of the Moxa NPort IAW5000A-I/O to a version above 2.1.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2020-25196?

    CVE-2020-25196 affects the Moxa NPort IAW5000A-I/O firmware version 2.1 and lower.

  • What vulnerabilities does CVE-2020-25196 introduce?

    CVE-2020-25196 introduces vulnerabilities that may allow attackers to bypass authentication via SSH/Telnet.

  • Are there known exploits for CVE-2020-25196?

    There are currently no specific public exploits documented for CVE-2020-25196, but the vulnerability poses a risk of brute force attacks.

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