Vulnerability identifier: #VU27947

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-10620

CWE-ID: CWE-285

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
PAC Project Basic
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software
PAC Project Professional
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Opto22

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to bypass authorization checks.

The vulnerability exists due to the SoftPAC communication does not include any credentials. A remote attacker can directly communicate with SoftPAC.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

PAC Project Basic: 9.6

PAC Project Professional: 9.6

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External links
http://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-135-01

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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.