Vulnerability identifier: #VU50271

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-15798

CWE-ID: CWE-306

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SINAMICS SM150i
Hardware solutions / Firmware
SINAMICS SM150
Hardware solutions / Firmware
SINAMICS SM120
Hardware solutions / Firmware
SINAMICS SL150
Hardware solutions / Firmware
SINAMICS SH150
Hardware solutions / Firmware
SINAMICS GM150
Hardware solutions / Firmware
SINAMICS GL150
Hardware solutions / Firmware
SINAMICS GH150
Hardware solutions / Firmware
SIMATIC HMI Comfort Panels
Server applications / SCADA systems
SIMATIC HMI KTP Mobile Panels
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Siemens

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected devices with enabled Telnet service do not require authentication for this service. A remote attacker can gain full access to the device.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

SINAMICS SM150i: All versions

SINAMICS SM150: All versions

SINAMICS SM120: All versions

SINAMICS SL150: All versions

SINAMICS SH150: All versions

SINAMICS GM150: All versions

SINAMICS GL150: All versions

SINAMICS GH150: All versions

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-21-033-02
http://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-520004.pdf
http://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-752103.pdf

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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.