CVE-2024-6788: Phoenix Contact: update feature from CHARX controller can be used to reset a low privilege user password
First published: Tue Aug 13 2024(Updated: )
A remote unauthenticated attacker can use the firmware update feature on the LAN interface of the device to reset the password for the predefined, low-privileged user “user-app” to the default password.
Credit: info@cert.vde.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3000 | <1.6.3 | |
| Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3000 | ||
| All of | ||
| Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3050 Firmware | <1.6.3 | |
| Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3050 | ||
| All of | ||
| Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3100 | <1.6.3 | |
| Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3100 | ||
| All of | ||
| PhoenixContact CHARX SEC-3150 Firmware | <1.6.3 | |
| Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3150 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6788?
CVE-2024-6788 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access through the firmware update feature.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6788?
To mitigate CVE-2024-6788, update the Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC firmware to version 1.6.3 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-6788?
CVE-2024-6788 affects users of Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3000, CHARX SEC-3050, CHARX SEC-3100, and CHARX SEC-3150 devices with firmware versions prior to 1.6.3.
What is the exploit method for CVE-2024-6788?
CVE-2024-6788 can be exploited by a remote unauthenticated attacker using the firmware update feature on the LAN interface.
What impact does CVE-2024-6788 have on affected devices?
The impact of CVE-2024-6788 allows an attacker to reset the password of the low-privileged user 'user-app' to its default setting.
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