Vulnerability identifier: #VU48745

Vulnerability risk: Low

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-7544

CWE-ID: CWE-269

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
EcoStruxure Operator Terminal Expert
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Schneider Electric

Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to escalate privileges.

The vulnerability exists due to improper privilege management. A local attacker can escalate privileges when interacting directly with a driver installed by the runtime software.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

EcoStruxure Operator Terminal Expert: 3.1 SP1A

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External links
http://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/SEVD-2020-315-02/
http://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-336-01

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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.