CVE-2022-23000: Weak Default SSL use in Port Forwarding Service
The Western Digital My Cloud Web App [https://os5.mycloud.com/] uses a weak SSLContext when attempting to configure port forwarding rules. This was enabled to maintain compatibility with old or outdated home routers. By using an "SSL" context instead of "TLS" or specifying stronger validation, deprecated or insecure protocols are permitted. As a result, a local user with no privileges can exploit this vulnerability and jeopardize the integrity, confidentiality and authenticity of information transmitted. The scope of impact cannot extend to other components and no user input is required to exploit this vulnerability.
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What is the severity of CVE-2022-23000?
The severity of CVE-2022-23000 is high.
What is the affected software for CVE-2022-23000?
The affected software for CVE-2022-23000 is Western Digital My Cloud Pr2100 Firmware, Western Digital My Cloud Pr4100 Firmware, Western Digital My Cloud Ex4100 Firmware, Western Digital My Cloud Ex2 Ultra Firmware, Western Digital My Cloud Mirror G2 Firmware, Western Digital My Cloud Dl2100 Firmware, Western Digital My Cloud Dl4100 Firmware, Western Digital My Cloud Ex2100 Firmware, and Western Digital My Cloud Firmware.
How does CVE-2022-23000 impact the Western Digital My Cloud Web App?
CVE-2022-23000 impacts the Western Digital My Cloud Web App by using a weak SSLContext when attempting to configure port forwarding rules.
Why does the Western Digital My Cloud Web App use a weak SSLContext?
The Western Digital My Cloud Web App uses a weak SSLContext to maintain compatibility with old or outdated home routers.
How can I fix CVE-2022-23000?
To fix CVE-2022-23000, it is recommended to update to a version higher than 5.23.114 of the Western Digital My Cloud firmware.