CVE-2024-8450: PLANET Technology switch devices - Hard-coded SNMPv1 read-write community string

Published Sep 30, 2024
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Updated

Certain switch models from PLANET Technology have a Hard-coded community string in the SNMPv1 service, allowing unauthorized remote attackers to use this community string to access the SNMPv1 service with read-write privileges.

Affected Software

4 affected components
All of the following
Planet Gs-4210-24p2s Firmware<3.305b240802
Planet Gs-4210-24p2s=3.0
All of the following
Planet Gs-4210-24pl4c Firmware<2.305b240719
Planet Gs-4210-24pl4c=2.0

Remediation

Information

Update firmware of GS-4210-24PL4C hardware 2.0 to version 2.305b240719 or later. Update firmware of GS-4210-24P2S hardware 3.0 to version 3.305b240802 or later.

Event History

Sep 30, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:50 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:50 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8450?

CVE-2024-8450 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized remote access with read-write privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-8450?

To fix CVE-2024-8450, change the hard-coded SNMPv1 community string and configure access controls in your switch settings.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2024-8450?

CVE-2024-8450 affects certain switch models from PLANET Technology, including the GS-4210-24P2S and GS-4210-24PL4C with specific firmware versions.

4

Can CVE-2024-8450 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-8450 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to leverage the hard-coded community string for unauthorized access.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2024-8450?

A patch may be available; users should check with PLANET Technology for the latest firmware updates to mitigate CVE-2024-8450.

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