Vulnerability Description
The root password of the Loxone Miniserver Go Gen.2 before 14.2 is calculated using hard-coded secrets and the MAC address. This allows a local user to calculate the root password and escalate privileges.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Loxone | Miniserver Go Gen 2 Firmware | < 14.2 |
| Loxone | Miniserver Go Gen 2 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.syss.de/fileadmin/dokumente/Publikationen/Advisories/SYSS-2023-013.tExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.syss.de/pentest-blog/root-zugang-zu-smarthome-server-loxone-miniservThird Party Advisory
- https://www.syss.de/fileadmin/dokumente/Publikationen/Advisories/SYSS-2023-013.tExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.syss.de/pentest-blog/root-zugang-zu-smarthome-server-loxone-miniservThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-36623?
CVE-2023-36623 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The root password of the Loxone Miniserver Go Gen.2 before 14.2 is calculated using hard-coded secrets and the MAC address. This allows a local user to calculate the root password and escalate privile...
How severe is CVE-2023-36623?
CVE-2023-36623 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-36623?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Loxone Miniserver Go Gen 2 Firmware, Loxone Miniserver Go Gen 2.