Oops, Your UPS is Vulnerable: Emerson’s End-of-Life Appleton UPSMON-PRO at Risk!
View CSAF: A vulnerability in Emerson’s Appleton UPSMON-PRO could lead to remote code execution with SYSTEM privileges. Exploit this opportunity to replace outdated tech and secure your network. Remember, when it comes to cybersecurity, it’s better to be a proactive hero than a reactive zero.
Hot Take:
Emerson’s Appleton UPSMON-PRO has a vulnerability so big it’s like leaving your front door wide open with a “Welcome Hackers” mat. If you’ve been using this outdated software to monitor your uninterruptible power supplies, it’s time to upgrade before your system becomes the next episode of “Hackers Gone Wild.”
Key Points:
– Emerson’s Appleton UPSMON-PRO has a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
– The vulnerability, CVE-2024-3871, has been given a CVSS v4 score of 9.3.
– Affected versions are 2.6 and prior; the software is now end-of-life and unsupported.
– Exploitation can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges.
– CISA recommends replacing the product or applying several mitigations to reduce risk.