Vulnerability identifier: #VU19944

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-10980

CWE-ID: CWE-843

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
LAquis SCADA
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Leão Consultoria e Desenvolvimento de Sistemas

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to a type confusion error when when the affected software processes a specially crafted project file. A local attacker can trigger a type confusion error and execute remote arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

LAquis SCADA: 4.3.1.71

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External links
http://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-19-213-06

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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.