CVE-2024-28751

ifm: Hardcoded telnet credentials in Smart PLC

Description

An high privileged remote attacker can enable telnet access that accepts hardcoded credentials.

Category

9.1
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.36%
Affected: ifm Smart PLC AC14xx Firmware
Affected: ifm Smart PLC AC4xxS Firmware
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://cert.vde.com/en/advisories/VDE-2024-012

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-28751?
CVE-2024-28751 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-28751?
To fix CVE-2024-28751, 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-2024-28751 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-28751 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-2024-28751?
CVE-2024-28751 affects ifm Smart PLC AC14xx Firmware, ifm Smart PLC AC4xxS Firmware.
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