A CWE-521: Weak Password Requirements vulnerability exists in the GP-Pro EX V1.00 to V4.09.100 which could cause the discovery of the password when the user is entering the password because it is not masqueraded.
Weakness
The product does not require that users should have strong passwords.
Affected Software
| Name | Vendor | Start Version | End Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gp-pro_ex_firmware | Schneider-electric | 1.00 (including) | 4.09.120 (including) |
Potential Mitigations
A product’s design should require adherance to an appropriate password policy. Specific password requirements depend strongly on contextual factors, but it is recommended to contain the following attributes:
Depending on the threat model, the password policy may include several additional attributes.
See NIST 800-63B [REF-1053] for further information on password requirements.
Related Attack Patterns
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- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/49.html
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- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/561.html
- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/565.html
- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/70.html