CVE-2023-49230 Missing authorization in n/a
Attackers can modify captive portal configurations without authentication due to missing authorization checks in Peplink Balance Two devices.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2023-49230?
CVE-2023-49230 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 28 Dec 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
An issue was discovered in Peplink Balance Two before 8.4.0. A missing authorization check in captive portals allows attackers to modify the portals' configurations without prior authentication.
Weakness: CWE-862
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-49230?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Peplink Balance Two Firmware.
How do I fix CVE-2023-49230?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-49230 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2023-49230 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-49230 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Nuclei template.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-jx5r-5mcr-7q4g.