CVE-2020-29055 : What You Need to Know

An issue was discovered on CDATA devices that can lead to man-in-the-middle attacks due to lack of SSL/TLS support.

Understanding CVE-2020-29055

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in various CDATA devices that could allow attackers to intercept passwords sent in cleartext and perform man-in-the-middle attacks.

What is CVE-2020-29055?

The vulnerability in CDATA devices allows remote management only through insecure protocols, enabling attackers to intercept sensitive information.

The Impact of CVE-2020-29055

The lack of SSL/TLS support in CDATA devices poses a significant security risk, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-29055

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The affected CDATA devices do not support SSL/TLS for HTTP or SSH, making it possible for attackers to intercept passwords transmitted in plaintext.

Affected Systems and Versions

CDATA 72408A, 9008A, 9016A, 92408A, 92416A, 9288, 97016, 97024P, 97028P, 97042P, 97084P, 97168P, FD1002S, FD1104, FD1104B, FD1104S, FD1104SN, FD1108S, FD1204S-R2, FD1204SN, FD1204SN-R2, FD1208S-R2, FD1216S-R1, FD1608GS, FD1608SN, FD1616GS, FD1616SN, and FD8000 devices.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by intercepting passwords sent in cleartext and conducting man-in-the-middle attacks on the management of CDATA devices.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting against CVE-2020-29055 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable remote management if not essential
Implement strong, unique passwords
Monitor network traffic for suspicious activities

Long-Term Security Practices

Enable encryption protocols like SSL/TLS
Regularly update firmware and security patches

Patching and Updates

Check for firmware updates from the vendor
Apply patches that address the SSL/TLS support issue