CVE-2023-3259CWE-502

The Dataprobe iBoot PDU running firmware version 1.43.03312023 or earlier is vulnerable to authentication bypass

Critical · published August 14, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
60.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky cookie manipulation can let attackers bypass authentication entirely on the Dataprobe iBoot PDU, potentially taking over the system! 🔥 Think of it like a hotel receptionist who mistakenly lets anyone into the back office just by changing their reservation code — no ID check required! Now, the attacker could access sensitive areas without breaking a sweat. If exploited, a malicious agent could wield full administrator privileges, allowing them to manipulate power levels, modify user accounts, and even export confidential user information. This breach could jeopardize the security of the entire network, making it absolutely devastating for businesses relying on this equipment.

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel receptionist who mistakenly lets anyone into the back office just by changing their reservation code — no ID check required! Now, the attacker could access sensitive areas without breaking a sweat. The vulnerability arises from a flaw in the authentication process, where the 'iBootPduSiteAuth' cookie's IP address can be manipulated, granting unauthorized access to the device.

What to do

If exploited, a malicious agent could wield full administrator privileges, allowing them to manipulate power levels, modify user accounts, and even export confidential user information. This breach could jeopardize the security of the entire network, making it absolutely devastating for businesses relying on this equipment. Immediately update the firmware to version 1.43.03312023 or later to patch this critical vulnerability. Additionally, review access controls and consider implementing additional security measures such as IP filtering to mitigate future risks. You've got this! With these steps, you'll secure your systems and become a true security hero! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00951 · 60.9th percentile
Weakness
CWE-502 · Deserialization of Untrusted Data
Published
2023-08-14T03:49Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 AUG 03:49Z
    The Dataprobe iBoot PDU running firmware version 1.43.03312023 or earlier is vulnerable to authentication bypass
    cvelistv5