Vulnerability identifier: #VU15585

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-14825

CWE-ID: CWE-269

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
CT50-Ex
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor: PEPPERL+FUCHS

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper privilege management. A remote unauthenticated attacker with advanced knowledge of the target system can create an application that would bind to the service, gain elevated system privileges and obtain access to keystrokes, passwords, personally identifiable information, photos, emails, or business-critical documents.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

CT50-Ex: All versions

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-303-01

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.