Vulnerability identifier: #VU50643

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-28392

CWE-ID: CWE-276

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SIMARIS configuration
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: Siemens

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions for files and folders that are set by the application. A local user can escalate privileges if a user with elevated credentials logs onto the machine.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

SIMARIS configuration: All versions

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External links
http://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-794542.pdf

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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.