Risk | Low |
Patch available | YES |
Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
CVE-ID | CVE-2023-38640 |
CWE-ID | CWE-732 |
Exploitation vector | Local |
Public exploit | N/A |
Vulnerable software |
SICAM PAS/PQS Hardware solutions / Security hardware applicances |
Vendor | Siemens |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
EUVDB-ID: #VU81881
Risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-38640
CWE-ID:
CWE-732 - Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to compromise the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to incorrect permission assignment for specific files and folders. A local user can read and modify configuration data in the context of the application process.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsSICAM PAS/PQS: 8.0
CPE2.3 External linkshttp://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-035466.pdf
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.