CVE-2023-43845
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.53%
Last modified
CVE-2023-43845 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Aten PE6208 2.3.228 and 2.4.232 have default credentials for the privileged telnet account. The user is not asked to change the credentials after first login. EPSS estimates a 0.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Aten PE6208 2.3.228 and 2.4.232 have default credentials for the privileged telnet account. The user is not asked to change the credentials after first login. If not changed, attackers can log in to the telnet console and gain administrator privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Aten | Pe6208 Firmware | >= 2.3.228, < 2.4.239 |
References
- https://github.com/setersora/pe6208Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/setersora/pe6208Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-43845?
Aten PE6208 2.3.228 and 2.4.232 have default credentials for the privileged telnet account. The user is not asked to change the credentials after first login. If not changed, attackers can log in to the telnet console and gain administrator privileges.
How severe is CVE-2023-43845?
CVE-2023-43845 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-43845?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2023-43845?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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