CVE-2023-39457CWE-306

Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway Missing Authentication Vulnerability

Critical · published May 3, 2024

CVSS v3.0
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
80.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A missing authentication check in Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway means attackers can invade your system without a password! 🔥 Think of this vulnerability like a restaurant that forgot to lock its doors at night—a hungry intruder can just walk in and take what they want, no reservations needed! An attacker could remotely access the system, potentially executing arbitrary code as a root user. This could lead to catastrophic consequences, including manipulation of critical infrastructure operations and unauthorized data access. The stakes are incredibly high!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a restaurant that forgot to lock its doors at night—a hungry intruder can just walk in and take what they want, no reservations needed! This vulnerability arises from a lack of user authentication in the default configuration of the Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway, allowing attackers to bypass security measures and execute arbitrary commands.

What to do

An attacker could remotely access the system, potentially executing arbitrary code as a root user. This could lead to catastrophic consequences, including manipulation of critical infrastructure operations and unauthorized data access. The stakes are incredibly high! Immediate action is essential: ensure you configure user authentication for all installations of the Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway. It's also crucial to update the system to the latest version and regularly audit security settings to prevent unauthorized access. 🛡️ You’ve got this! By taking these steps, you can bolster your defenses and keep your systems secure! 💪🏼✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02032 · 80.9th percentile
Weakness
CWE-306 · Missing Authentication for Critical Function
Published
2024-05-03T01:59Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 MAY 01:59Z
    Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway Missing Authentication Vulnerability
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