CVE-2021-34560

A vulnerability in WirelessHART-Gateway <= 3.0.9 could lead to information exposure of sensitive information

Description

In PEPPERL+FUCHS WirelessHART-Gateway <= 3.0.9 a form contains a password field with autocomplete enabled. The stored credentials can be captured by an attacker who gains control over the user's computer. Therefore the user must have logged in at least once.

Remediation

Solution:

  • No update available.

Workaround:

  • An external protective measure is required. * Minimize network exposure for affected products and ensure that they are not accessible via the Internet. * Isolate affected products from the corporate network. * If remote access is required, use secure methods such as virtual private networks (VPNs).

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.11%
Third-Party Advisory vde.com
Affected: Phoenix Contact WHA-GW-F2D2-0-AS- Z2-ETH
Affected: Phoenix Contact WHA-GW-F2D2-0-AS- Z2-ETH.EIP
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://cert.vde.com/en-us/advisories/vde-2021-027 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-34560?
CVE-2021-34560 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-34560?
To fix CVE-2021-34560: No update available.
Is CVE-2021-34560 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-34560 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-34560?
CVE-2021-34560 affects Phoenix Contact WHA-GW-F2D2-0-AS- Z2-ETH, Phoenix Contact WHA-GW-F2D2-0-AS- Z2-ETH.EIP.
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