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CVE-2024-12297

Moxa’s Ethernet switch is vulnerable to an authentication bypass because of flaws in its authorization mechanism.

Published Jan 15, 2025CWE-656EPSS 0.85%

Overview

CVE-2024-12297 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 15, 2025.

Technical description

Moxa’s Ethernet switch is vulnerable to an authentication bypass because of flaws in its authorization mechanism. Although both client-side and back-end server verification are involved in the process, attackers can exploit weaknesses in its implementation. These vulnerabilities may enable brute-force attacks to guess valid credentials or MD5 collision attacks to forge authentication hashes, potentially compromising the security of the device.

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-2024-12297?

CVE-2024-12297 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 15, 2025.

How severe is CVE-2024-12297?

CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2024-12297?

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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