CVE-2019-16673 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability has been found on Weidmueller IE-SW-VL05M 3.6.6 Build 16102415, IE-SW-VL08MT 3.5.2 Build 16102415, and IE-SW-PL10M 3.3.16 Build 16102416 devices where passwords are stored in plain text, allowing unauthorized access.

Understanding CVE-2019-16673

This CVE identifies a security flaw in Weidmueller devices that store passwords in plain text, potentially compromising confidentiality.

What is CVE-2019-16673?

The vulnerability in Weidmueller devices allows unauthorized individuals to access stored passwords due to plaintext storage.

The Impact of CVE-2019-16673

CVSS Score: 7.5 (High Severity)
Confidentiality Impact: High
Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: Low
Unauthorized access to plaintext passwords poses a significant risk to the confidentiality of sensitive information.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-16673

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Passwords stored in plain text on Weidmueller devices.

Affected Systems and Versions

Weidmueller IE-SW-VL05M 3.6.6 Build 16102415
Weidmueller IE-SW-VL08MT 3.5.2 Build 16102415
Weidmueller IE-SW-PL10M 3.3.16 Build 16102416

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthorized individuals with access to the device can easily retrieve stored passwords due to plaintext storage.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from this vulnerability is crucial to maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Change all passwords on affected Weidmueller devices immediately.
Implement strong password policies and encryption practices.
Restrict physical and network access to the devices.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update firmware and security patches on Weidmueller devices.
Conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches provided by Weidmueller to address the plaintext password storage issue.