CVE-2024-48845: Weak Password Rules/Strength

Published Dec 5, 2024
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Updated

Weak Password Reset Rules vulnerabilities where found providing a potiential for the storage of weak passwords that could facilitate unauthorized admin/application access.  Affected products:

ABB ASPECT - Enterprise v3.07.02; NEXUS Series v3.07.02; MATRIX Series v3.07.02

Affected Software

41 affected components
All of the following
ABB Aspect-ent-2 Firmware<3.08.03
ABB Aspect-ent-2
All of the following
ABB Aspect-ent-256 Firmware<3.08.03
ABB Aspect-ent-256
All of the following
ABB Aspect-ent-96 Firmware<3.08.03
ABB Aspect-ent-96
All of the following
ABB Nexus-2128 Firmware<3.08.03
ABB Nexus-2128
All of the following
ABB Nexus-2128-a Firmware<3.08.03
ABB Nexus-2128-a
All of the following
ABB Nexus-2128-f Firmware<3.08.03
ABB Nexus-2128-f
All of the following
ABB Nexus-2128-g Firmware<3.08.03
ABB Nexus-2128-g
All of the following
ABB Nexus-264 Firmware<3.08.03
ABB Nexus-264
All of the following
ABB Nexus-264-a Firmware<3.08.03
ABB Nexus-264-a
All of the following
ABB Nexus-264-g Firmware<3.08.03
ABB Nexus-264-g
All of the following
ABB Nexus-3-2128 Firmware<3.08.03
ABB Nexus-3-2128
All of the following
ABB Aspect-ent-12 Firmware<=3.07.02
ABB Aspect-ent-12
All of the following
ABB Nexus-264-f Firmware<3.08.03
ABB Nexus-264-f
All of the following
ABB Nexus-3-264 Firmware<=3.07.02
ABB Nexus-3-264
All of the following
ABB Matrix-11 Firmware<=3.07.02
ABB Matrix-11
All of the following
ABB Matrix-216 Firmware<=3.07.02
ABB Matrix-216
All of the following
ABB Matrix-232 Firmware<=3.07.02
ABB Matrix-232
All of the following
ABB Matrix-264 Firmware<=3.07.02
ABB Matrix-264
All of the following
ABB Matrix-296 Firmware<=3.07.02
ABB Matrix-296
ABB ASPECT - Enterprise
ABB NEXUS Series
ABB MATRIX Series

Event History

Dec 5, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:42 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:42 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Apr 15, 2025
Exploit Published
12:00 AM
Known Exploited
09:50 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-48845?

CVE-2024-48845 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access via weak password reset rules.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-48845?

To fix CVE-2024-48845, implement stronger password reset rules and ensure that passwords meet complexity requirements.

3

Which products are affected by CVE-2024-48845?

CVE-2024-48845 affects ABB ASPECT - Enterprise v3.07.02, NEXUS Series v3.07.02, and MATRIX Series v3.07.02.

4

What risks are associated with CVE-2024-48845?

The risks associated with CVE-2024-48845 include unauthorized access to administrative and application functionalities due to weak passwords.

5

Is CVE-2024-48845 exploitable remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-48845 can be exploited remotely if an attacker can access the password reset functionality.

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