#VU21515 Credentials management in Modicon Quantum


Published: 2019-10-03

Vulnerability identifier: #VU21515

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-7788

CWE-ID: CWE-255

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Modicon Quantum
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor: Schneider Electric

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service (DoS) condition on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper management of credentials. A remote authenticated attacker can cause a denial of service when using a Telnet connection.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Modicon Quantum: All versions


External links
http://www.schneider-electric.com/en/download/document/SEVD-2019-134-08/


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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


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