CVE-2023-52238

MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 0.35%

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CVE-2023-52238 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability has been identified in RUGGEDCOM RST2228 (All versions < V5.9.0), RUGGEDCOM RST2228P (All versions < V5.9.0). The web server of the affected systems leaks the MACSEC key in clear text to a logged in user. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in RUGGEDCOM RST2228 (All versions < V5.9.0), RUGGEDCOM RST2228P (All versions < V5.9.0). The web server of the affected systems leaks the MACSEC key in clear text to a logged in user. An attacker with the credentials of a low privileged user could retrieve the MACSEC key and access (decrypt) the ethernet frames sent by authorized recipients.

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Status
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-52238?
A vulnerability has been identified in RUGGEDCOM RST2228 (All versions < V5.9.0), RUGGEDCOM RST2228P (All versions < V5.9.0). The web server of the affected systems leaks the MACSEC key in clear text to a logged in user. An attacker with the credentials of a low privileged user could retrieve the MACSEC key and access (decrypt) the ethernet frames sent by authorized recipients.
How severe is CVE-2023-52238?
CVE-2023-52238 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-52238?
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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Source: NVD / NIST