Vulnerability Description
An exploitable authentication bypass vulnerability exists in the hostname processing of the Moxa AWK-3131A firmware version 1.13. A specially configured device hostname can cause the device to interpret select remote traffic as local traffic, resulting in a bypass of web authentication. An attacker can send authenticated SNMP requests to trigger this vulnerability.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Moxa | Awk-3131A Firmware | 1.13 |
| Moxa | Awk-3131A | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2019-0960ExploitTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2019-0960ExploitTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-5165?
CVE-2019-5165 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). An exploitable authentication bypass vulnerability exists in the hostname processing of the Moxa AWK-3131A firmware version 1.13. A specially configured device hostname can cause the device to interpr...
How severe is CVE-2019-5165?
CVE-2019-5165 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-5165?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Moxa Awk-3131A Firmware, Moxa Awk-3131A.