CVE-2025-25729
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability allows attackers to extract hardcoded cleartext credentials from Bosscomm IF740 OBD2 tablets during the update or boot process. Affected systems include Bosscomm IF740 devices with specific firmware and system versions, potentially exposing sensitive authentication information to unauthorized parties.
💻 Affected Systems
- Bosscomm IF740 OBD2 Tablet
⚠️ Manual Verification Required
This CVE does not have specific version information in our database, so automatic vulnerability detection cannot determine if your system is affected.
Why? The CVE database entry doesn't specify which versions are vulnerable (no version ranges provided by the vendor/NVD).
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- Review the CVE details at NVD
- Check vendor security advisories for your specific version
- Test if the vulnerability is exploitable in your environment
- Consider updating to the latest version as a precaution
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Attackers gain administrative access to the device, potentially compromising connected vehicle systems, exfiltrating sensitive vehicle data, or using the device as an entry point to broader automotive networks.
Likely Case
Local attackers with physical or network access extract credentials, gaining unauthorized access to device functions and potentially connected systems.
If Mitigated
With proper network segmentation and access controls, impact is limited to the isolated device without broader network compromise.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploitation requires access to the device during specific processes (update or boot). No public exploit code available as of analysis.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Check with vendor for updated firmware
Vendor Advisory: Not provided in references
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
1. Contact Bosscomm for updated firmware. 2. Download and verify firmware integrity. 3. Apply update following vendor instructions. 4. Verify credentials are no longer stored in cleartext.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Restrict Physical Access
allLimit physical access to devices to prevent credential extraction during boot/update processes
Network Segmentation
allIsolate OBD2 devices on separate network segments to limit lateral movement if compromised
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Physically secure devices in locked compartments to prevent unauthorized access
- Implement strict network access controls and monitor for unusual device behavior
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check device firmware version via system settings or vendor-provided tools. If version matches affected range, device is vulnerable.Check Version:
Check via device system settings or vendor-specific diagnostic toolsVerify Fix Applied:
After patching, verify firmware version is updated and attempt to extract credentials during boot/update (ethical testing only).📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Multiple failed authentication attempts
- Unusual device access during boot/update cycles
- Credential extraction tool execution
Network Indicators:
- Unexpected network traffic from OBD2 devices
- Credential-related data exfiltration
SIEM Query:
DeviceType="OBD2" AND (EventType="Authentication_Failure" OR Process="credential_extraction")