CVE-2018-10694 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Discover the impact of CVE-2018-10694, a vulnerability in Moxa AWK-3121 1.14 devices allowing attackers to intercept credentials and execute Man-in-the-Middle attacks. Learn how to mitigate and prevent this security risk.
A vulnerability has been identified in Moxa AWK-3121 1.14 devices where an open, unencrypted Wi-Fi connection can expose traffic to potential attackers, allowing interception of credentials and enabling Man-in-the-Middle attacks.
Understanding CVE-2018-10694
What is CVE-2018-10694?
An issue discovered in Moxa AWK-3121 1.14 devices exposes unencrypted traffic between the device and an administrator's computer, potentially leading to credential theft and Man-in-the-Middle attacks.
The Impact of CVE-2018-10694
The vulnerability allows attackers to intercept and obtain credentials transmitted through HTTP connections and TELNET traffic. It also enables attackers to manipulate responses and infect user computers using Man-in-the-Middle attacks.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-10694
Vulnerability Description
By default, Moxa AWK-3121 1.14 devices have an open, unencrypted Wi-Fi connection, making it susceptible to traffic interception.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Moxa AWK-3121 1.14
- Vendor: Moxa
- Version: 1.14
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit the open Wi-Fi connection to sniff traffic between the administrator's computer and the device, allowing for credential theft and Man-in-the-Middle attacks.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable the default open Wi-Fi connection on Moxa AWK-3121 1.14 devices.
- Implement encryption mechanisms for wireless connections.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update device firmware to patch known vulnerabilities.
- Use secure protocols for device configuration and management.
Patching and Updates
Apply security patches provided by Moxa to address the vulnerability in AWK-3121 1.14 devices.