CVE-2021-38452: Moxa MXview Network Management Software

Published Oct 12, 2021
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Updated

A path traversal vulnerability in the Moxa MXview Network Management software Versions 3.x to 3.2.2 may allow an attacker to create or overwrite critical files used to execute code, such as programs or libraries.

Affected Software

2 affected components
MOXA MXView>=3.0<=3.2.2
MOXA MXview Network Management Software: Versions 3.x to 3.2.2

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Moxa MXview Network Management Software to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 3.2.4
  2. Compensating control

    If users do not have a requirement to access MXview from their client site, use a firewall to assign the Accessible IP of MXview at the client site.

  3. Compensating control

    If users need to use a multiple-site function, use a firewall to block Port 8883.

  4. Operational

    Change the Windows password regularly and use a firewall.

Event History

Oct 12, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:37 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-38452?

CVE-2021-38452 is a path traversal vulnerability in the Moxa MXview Network Management software Versions 3.x to 3.2.2.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-38452?

CVE-2021-38452 has a severity rating of 9.1 (critical).

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-38452?

The Moxa MXview Network Management software Versions 3.x to 3.2.2 are affected by CVE-2021-38452.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-38452?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-38452 by creating or overwriting critical files used to execute code, such as programs or libraries.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-38452?

It is recommended to update to a version of Moxa MXview Network Management software that is not affected by CVE-2021-38452.

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