CVE-2024-8452: PLANET Technology switch devices - Insecure hash functions used for SNMPv3 credentials

Published Sep 30, 2024
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Updated

Certain switch models from PLANET Technology only support obsolete algorithms for authentication protocol and encryption protocol in the SNMPv3 service, allowing attackers to obtain plaintext SNMPv3 credentials potentially.

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·07:07 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:07 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8452?

CVE-2024-8452 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of plaintext SNMPv3 credentials.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-8452?

To fix CVE-2024-8452, you should upgrade the firmware on affected PLANET Technology switch models to the latest version available.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2024-8452?

CVE-2024-8452 affects certain switch models from PLANET Technology, including the GS-4210-24P2S and GS-4210-24PL4C.

4

What is the risk associated with CVE-2024-8452?

The risk associated with CVE-2024-8452 includes unauthorized access to network configurations and data due to compromised SNMPv3 credentials.

5

Can CVE-2024-8452 impact my network security?

Yes, CVE-2024-8452 can significantly impact your network security by allowing attackers to retrieve sensitive information from vulnerable switch devices.

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