CVE-2022-0823
MEDIUMCVSS 6.2/10EPSS 0.22%
Last modified
CVE-2022-0823 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.2/10 on the CVSS scale. An improper control of interaction frequency vulnerability in Zyxel GS1200 series switches could allow a local attacker to guess the password by using a timing side-channel attack.. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An improper control of interaction frequency vulnerability in Zyxel GS1200 series switches could allow a local attacker to guess the password by using a timing side-channel attack.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zyxel | Gs1200-5 Firmware | < 2.00\(abkm.1\) |
| Zyxel | Gs1200-5hp Firmware | < 2.00\(abkn.1\) |
| Zyxel | Gs1200-8 Firmware | < 2.00\(abme.1\) |
| Zyxel | Gs1200-8hp Firmware | < 2.00\(abmf.1\) |
References
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-0823?
An improper control of interaction frequency vulnerability in Zyxel GS1200 series switches could allow a local attacker to guess the password by using a timing side-channel attack.
How severe is CVE-2022-0823?
CVE-2022-0823 has a CVSS score of 6.2/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-0823?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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