CVE-2025-7774 in 5032-CFGB16M12P5DR
Summary
by MITRE • 08/14/2025
A security issue exists within the 5032 16pt Digital Configurable module’s web server. Intercepted session credentials can be used within a 3-minute timeout window, allowing unauthorized users to perform privileged actions.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/14/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-7774 resides within the web server implementation of the 5032 16pt Digital Configurable module, presenting a critical session management flaw that directly impacts the system's authentication and authorization mechanisms. This security weakness stems from insufficient session validation controls that allow intercepted credentials to remain functional beyond their intended operational window, creating an exploitable condition that adversaries can leverage for unauthorized access. The vulnerability specifically affects the module's web server component, which serves as the primary interface for administrative and operational functions, making it a prime target for malicious actors seeking to escalate privileges within the system.
The technical flaw manifests through inadequate session token validation and timeout mechanisms that fail to properly invalidate intercepted credentials once they have been captured. The 3-minute timeout window represents a critical operational gap where session hijacking becomes possible, allowing attackers to reuse captured authentication tokens to execute privileged operations within the system. This weakness directly correlates to CWE-306, which addresses missing authentication checks, and CWE-307, which deals with inadequate authentication mechanisms. The vulnerability's exploitation pathway involves capturing valid session credentials through network interception techniques, then utilizing these credentials within the brief window before they would normally expire, effectively bypassing the intended security controls.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access, as it enables attackers to perform privileged actions that could compromise system integrity and availability. Within the 3-minute window, unauthorized users can potentially modify system configurations, access sensitive data, or execute administrative commands that would otherwise be restricted to legitimate users. This timeframe creates a narrow but significant window of opportunity for attackers to cause substantial damage, particularly in environments where the 5032 16pt Digital Configurable module serves as a critical operational component. The vulnerability's implications align with ATT&CK technique T1566, which covers credential harvesting through network sniffing, and T1078, which addresses legitimate credentials usage for privilege escalation.
Mitigation strategies must address both the immediate session management issues and broader security controls to prevent credential interception. Organizations should implement robust session token regeneration mechanisms that invalidate captured credentials immediately upon detection of suspicious activity, while also deploying network encryption protocols such as TLS 1.3 to prevent credential interception during transmission. The implementation of multi-factor authentication and enhanced monitoring systems can provide additional layers of protection against session hijacking attempts. Security controls should also include automated session timeout mechanisms that enforce stricter time limits than the current 3-minute window, along with network segmentation to limit access to the vulnerable web server component. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in related systems and ensure comprehensive protection against credential-based attacks.