Moxa’s PT Switches Vulnerability: A Comedy of Errors or Just a Series of Unfortunate Firmware?
Moxa has patched a critical security flaw in its PT switches, tracked as CVE-2024-12297, with a CVSS v4 score of 9.2. This vulnerability allows attackers to bypass authentication and wreak havoc. Remember, folks, always update your firmware—it’s like giving your devices a security spa day!
Hot Take:
Well, it seems Moxa’s PT switches have decided to embrace the open-door policy a bit too literally! With a vulnerability score that’s just a hair shy of perfect, it’s like inviting hackers to a digital buffet. But don’t worry, Moxa’s got the patches to fix this security slip-up faster than a cat on a hot tin roof!
Key Points:
- Moxa PT switches have a critical authentication bypass flaw (CVE-2024-12297) with a CVSS score of 9.2.
- The vulnerability affects multiple PT switch series with specific firmware versions.
- Patches are available through Moxa Technical Support, thanks to a report by Artem Turyshev.
- Mitigation strategies include network segmentation, firewalls, MFA, and monitoring.
- Similar vulnerabilities were addressed in Moxa’s other products earlier this year.
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