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CVE-2023-22389

5.7 · MEDIUM

Snap One Wattbox WB-300-IP-3 versions WB10.9a17 and prior store passwords in a plaintext file when the device configuration is exported via Save/Restore–>Backup Settings, which could be read by any…

Published Jan 30, 2023CWE-256EPSS 0.48%

Overview

CVE-2023-22389 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 30, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.7 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.7, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Snap One Wattbox WB-300-IP-3 versions WB10.9a17 and prior store passwords in a plaintext file when the device configuration is exported via Save/Restore–>Backup Settings, which could be read by any user accessing the file.  

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-22389?

CVE-2023-22389 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 30, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.7 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2023-22389?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.7, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-22389?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2023-22389?

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