Vulnerability identifier: #VU28122

Vulnerability risk: Low

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-10632

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
OpenEnterprise
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Emerson

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to inadequate folder security permissions. A local user can modify important configuration files, which could cause the system to fail or behave in an unpredictable manner.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

OpenEnterprise: 3.3.4

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-20-140-02
http://ics-cert.kaspersky.com/advisories/klcert-advisories/2020/05/20/klcert-20-010-improper-ownership-management-in-emerson-openenterprise-scada-before-3-3-4

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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.