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CVE-2024-34542: Advantech ADAM-5630 Weak Encoding for Password

First published: Fri Sep 27 2024(Updated: )

Advantech ADAM-5630 shares user credentials plain text between the device and the user source device during the login process.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
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Advantech Adam-5630 Firmware<2.5.2
Advantech Adam-5630 Firmware

Remedy

Advantech recommends users upgrade their ADAM-5630 devices to version 2.5.2 https://www.advantech.com/zh-tw/support/details/firmware .

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-34542?

    CVE-2024-34542 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the exposure of user credentials in plain text.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-34542?

    To fix CVE-2024-34542, update the Advantech ADAM-5630 firmware to the latest version beyond 2.5.2.

  • What kind of information is exposed in CVE-2024-34542?

    CVE-2024-34542 exposes user credentials, including usernames and passwords, in plain text during the login process.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-34542?

    CVE-2024-34542 affects users of the Advantech ADAM-5630 with versions of the firmware up to and including 2.5.2.

  • Is CVE-2024-34542 an authentication vulnerability?

    Yes, CVE-2024-34542 is an authentication vulnerability due to the insecure transmission of credentials.

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