CVE-2021-40661 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

A remote, unauthenticated, directory traversal vulnerability was identified within the web interface used by IND780 Advanced Weighing Terminals, allowing unauthorized access to system files.

Understanding CVE-2021-40661

This CVE involves a directory traversal vulnerability in specific versions of the IND780 Advanced Weighing Terminals.

What is CVE-2021-40661?

A directory traversal vulnerability in IND780 Advanced Weighing Terminals
Allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to access additional files on the affected system
Enables enumeration of system versions for potential further attacks

The Impact of CVE-2021-40661

Unauthorized access to system files
Possibility of further attacks based on identified system versions

Technical Details of CVE-2021-40661

The technical aspects of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in IND780 Advanced Weighing Terminals
Access achieved by providing a traversal path to the 'webpage' parameter in AutoCE.ini

Affected Systems and Versions

IND780 Advanced Weighing Terminals Build 8.0.07 March 19, 2018
IND780 Advanced Weighing Terminals Version 7.2.10 June 18, 2012

Exploitation Mechanism

Exploitation via traversal path provided to the 'webpage' parameter in AutoCE.ini

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate the vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement filters to restrict traversal path input
Apply the latest security patches

Long-Term Security Practices

Regular security audits and assessments
Implement access controls and authentication mechanisms

Patching and Updates

Apply vendor-provided patches
Regularly update systems and software