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CVE-2023-28368

5.7 · MEDIUM

TP-Link L2 switch T2600G-28SQ firmware versions prior to 'T2600G-28SQ(UN)_V1_1.0.6 Build 20230227' uses vulnerable SSH host keys.

Published Apr 11, 2023CWE-1391EPSS 0.27%

Overview

CVE-2023-28368 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on April 11, 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

TP-Link L2 switch T2600G-28SQ firmware versions prior to 'T2600G-28SQ(UN)_V1_1.0.6 Build 20230227' uses vulnerable SSH host keys. A fake device may be prepared to spoof the affected device with the vulnerable host key.If the administrator may be tricked to login to the fake device, the credential information for the affected device may be obtained.

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-2023-28368?

CVE-2023-28368 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on April 11, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.7 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2023-28368?

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-2023-28368?

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.

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