CVE-2009-1472 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published Updated

Hardcoded AES key in ATEN IP KVM Java client allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute code or access connected machines.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2009-1472?

CVE-2009-1472 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 27 May 2009. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

The Java client program for the ATEN KH1516i IP KVM switch with firmware 1.0.063 and the KN9116 IP KVM switch with firmware 1.1.104 has a hardcoded AES encryption key, which makes it easier for man-in-the-middle attackers to (1) execute arbitrary Java code, or (2) gain access to machines connected to the switch, by hijacking a session.

Weakness: CWE-310

Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-1472?

It affects 2 products.

Products include Aten Kh1516i Ip Kvm Switch, Aten Kn9116 Ip Kvm Switch.

How do I fix CVE-2009-1472?

No fix has been published for CVE-2009-1472 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2009-1472 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2009-1472 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-8rxj-jcx7-7vqh.

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