SB2017091301 - Arbitrary code execution in mySCADA myPRO



SB2017091301 - Arbitrary code execution in mySCADA myPRO

Published: September 13, 2017

Security Bulletin ID SB2017091301
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Unquoted search path (CVE-ID: CVE-2017-12730)

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain elevated privileges on the target system.

The weakness exists due to untrusted search path when handling malicious file. A local attacker can supply a specially crafted file to gain root privileges and possibly execute arbitrary code.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.