CVE-2020-27150 : What You Need to Know

In multiple versions of NPort IA5000A Series, the result of exporting a device’s configuration contains the passwords of all users on the system and other sensitive data in the original form if “Pre-shared key” doesn’t set.

Understanding CVE-2020-27150

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in the NPort IA5000A Series that could lead to the exposure of sensitive data.

What is CVE-2020-27150?

The vulnerability in NPort IA5000A Series allows the passwords of all users on the system and other sensitive data to be exposed when exporting a device's configuration without setting the “Pre-shared key”.

The Impact of CVE-2020-27150

The impact of this vulnerability is the potential exposure of critical information, including user passwords and sensitive data, which can lead to unauthorized access and compromise of the system.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-27150

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability involves the unprotected storage of credentials in the exported device configuration of NPort IA5000A Series.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: NPort IA5000A Series
Vendor: n/a
Versions: All versions

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability is exploited when exporting a device's configuration without setting the “Pre-shared key”, leading to the exposure of sensitive data.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2020-27150, follow these mitigation steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Ensure the “Pre-shared key” is set before exporting device configurations.
Regularly update the firmware of NPort IA5000A Series devices.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong password policies and regularly update passwords.
Conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by the vendor to fix the vulnerability.