CVE-2026-8173 — MEDIUM (5.3)

Vulnerability Description

The web GUI of affected Murrelektronik Xelity switches logs MAC addresses from the devices MAC address table when an authenticated administrator uses the 'Copy learned MAC Addresses' function. Due to improper generation of error messages, an unauthenticated attacker with network access to the web interface can retrieve the logged MAC addresses via browser developer tools.

CVSS Score

5.3

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

LOW

Integrity

NONE

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-209

References

https://www.certvde.com/en/advisories/VDE-2026-061/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-8173?

CVE-2026-8173 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). The web GUI of affected Murrelektronik Xelity switches logs MAC addresses from the devices MAC address table when an authenticated administrator uses the 'Copy learned MAC Addresses' function. Due to ...

How severe is CVE-2026-8173?

CVE-2026-8173 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-8173?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.