(Pwn2Own) Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3100 OCPP Protocol Missing Encryption Authentication Bypass Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Phoenix Contact CHARX SEC-3100 devices. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the implementation of the OCPP protocol. The issue results from a lack of encryption. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of root.
Additional Details
Phoenix Contact has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://cert.vde.com/en/advisories/VDE-2024-011/
Disclosure Timeline
- 2024-02-02 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2024-06-21 - Coordinated public release of advisory
- 2024-08-15 - Advisory Updated
Credit
Chris Anastasio @mufinnnnnnn & Fabius Watson
