CVE-2023-29446

Improper Input Validation in PTC's Kepware KEPServerEX

Description

An improper input validation vulnerability has been discovered that could allow an adversary to inject a UNC path via a malicious project file. This allows an adversary to capture NLTMv2 hashes and potentially crack them offline.

Categories

4.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory ptc.com
Affected: PTC Kepware KEPServerEX
Affected: PTC ThingWorx Kepware Server
Affected: PTC ThingWorx Industrial Connectivity
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References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-29446?
CVE-2023-29446 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-29446?
To fix CVE-2023-29446, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-29446 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-29446 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-2023-29446?
CVE-2023-29446 affects PTC Kepware KEPServerEX, PTC ThingWorx Kepware Server, PTC ThingWorx Industrial Connectivity.
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