Ruijie Smartweb Management System Password Information Disclosure

Description

Web-based management allows managing switches, routers, and other network devices through browsers such as the Internet Explorer (IE). Smart web is a fully functional built-in Web-GUI allows operation to be intuitive and convenient.Information disclosure security issues allow malicious hackers to gain useful and confidential information about the target.

Mitigation measures

• Always make sure that proper access controls and authorizations are in place in order to disallow access for attackers on all web servers, services and web applications.

• Make sure that all exceptions are well handled when the web application fails and no technical information is reported in the errors.

Written by

Sooraj V Nair

Cyber Security Engineer

Sooraj was probably the kid who opened up a remote control just to see what was inside, then had to figure out how to put it back together before anyone noticed. That curiosity eventually found its way into cybersecurity, where breaking things is actually part of the job description. Today, he explores vulnerabilities, analysis threats, and helps build safer digital spaces. His favourite question remains the same: “What happens if I try this?”