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CVE-2017-5146: Carlo Gavazzi VMU-C firmware stores data in clear text

CVE-2017-5146 · published 9 years ago
Summary

The VMU-C EM and VMU-C PV devices from Carlo Gavazzi keep sensitive information without encryption in firmware versions before A11_U05 and A17. This could let unauthorized people read that data if they gain access to the device. Update the firmware to the latest version as soon as possible to protect the information.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
carlosgavazzi vmu-c_em_firmware All versions
cpe:2.3:o:carlosgavazzi:vmu-c_em_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
carlosgavazzi vmu-c_pv_firmware All versions
cpe:2.3:o:carlosgavazzi:vmu-c_pv_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
An issue was discovered in Carlo Gavazzi VMU-C EM prior to firmware Version A11_U05, and VMU-C PV prior to firmware Version A17. Sensitive information is stored in clear-text.
An issue was discovered in Carlo Gavazzi VMU-C EM prior to firmware Version A11_U05, and VMU-C PV prior to firmware Version A17. Sensitive information is stored in clear-text.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
7.5 High
Exploitation
9% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-200Information Exposure
Timeline
Published13 Feb 2017
Updated15 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2017-5146 · NVD
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