SB2014021401 - Remote code execution in GE Proficy CIMPLICITY HMI



SB2014021401 - Remote code execution in GE Proficy CIMPLICITY HMI

Published: February 14, 2014

Security Bulletin ID SB2014021401
Severity
Critical
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

Critical 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2014-0751)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access control and incorrect validation of the szScreen field when processing file uploads within the CimWebServer component. A remote unauthenticated attacker can upload and execute arbitrary file on the target system.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

Note: this vulnerability has been exploited in targeted attacks.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.