CVE-2023-1257: High severity moxa uc-8580 series vulnerability
An attacker with physical access to the affected Moxa UC Series devices can initiate a restart of the device and gain access to its BIOS. Command line options can then be altered, allowing the attacker to access the terminal. From the terminal, the attacker can modify the device’s authentication files to create a new user and gain full access to the system.
Affected Software
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-1257?
CVE-2023-1257 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the level of access it provides to the attacker's system.
How do I fix CVE-2023-1257?
To mitigate CVE-2023-1257, implement physical security measures to restrict access to the affected Moxa UC Series devices.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2023-1257?
CVE-2023-1257 affects various versions of Moxa UC-8580, UC-8540, UC-8410A, and UC-8200 series devices.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-1257?
Organizations using Moxa UC Series devices with physical access vulnerabilities are at risk from CVE-2023-1257.
Could CVE-2023-1257 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2023-1257 could potentially lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of sensitive configurations, risking data breaches.