Multiple switches are affected by an out-of-bounds write vulnerability. This vulnerability is caused by insufficient input validation, which allows data to be written to memory outside the bounds of the buffer. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could result in a denial-of-service attack.

Moxa’s Ethernet switch EDS-508A Series, running firmware version 3.11 and earlier, is vulnerable to an authentication bypass because of flaws in its authorization mechanism. Although both client-side and back-end server verification are involved in the process, attackers can exploit weaknesses in its implementation. These vulnerabilities may enable brute-force attacks to guess valid credentials or MD5 collision attacks to forge authentication hashes, potentially compromising the security of the device.

This vulnerability could lead to denial-of-service or service crashes. Exploitation of the moxa_cmd service, because of insufficient input validation, allows attackers to disrupt operations. If exposed to public networks, the vulnerability poses a significant remote threat, potentially allowing attackers to shut down affected systems.

The affected product lacks an authentication check when sending commands to the server via the Moxa service. This vulnerability allows an attacker to execute specified commands, potentially leading to unauthorized downloads or uploads of configuration files and system compromise.