Advisory Details

August 21st, 2023

Advantech R-SeeNet Use Of Hard-Coded Credentials Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

ZDI-23-1156
ZDI-CAN-19580

CVE ID CVE-2023-2611
CVSS SCORE 9.8, AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
AFFECTED VENDORS Advantech
AFFECTED PRODUCTS R-SeeNet
VULNERABILITY DETAILS

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of Advantech R-SeeNet. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the configuration of the database. The issue results from the existence of an additional user in the database that is not visible in the web application. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS Advantech has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-23-173-02
DISCLOSURE TIMELINE
  • 2022-12-23 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
  • 2023-08-21 - Coordinated public release of advisory
CREDIT Esjay (@esj4y)
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