SB2018021612 - Remote code execution in Schneider Electric StruxureOn Gateway



SB2018021612 - Remote code execution in Schneider Electric StruxureOn Gateway

Published: February 16, 2018

Security Bulletin ID SB2018021612
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

High 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Remote code execution (CVE-ID: CVE-2017-9970)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The weakness exists due to an error when handling malicious input. A remote attacker can upload a specially crafted zip file containing modified metadata and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.