Vulnerability identifier: #VU46825

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-2020-16202

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
WebAccess Scada Node
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Advantech Co., Ltd

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to the affected product has incorrect permissions set for resources used by specific services, which leads to code execution with system privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

WebAccess Scada Node: All versions

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-20-261-01

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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.