Vulnerability identifier: #VU52013

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-13533

CWE-ID: CWE-276

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Dream Report
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Ocean Data Systems

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions for files and folders that are set by the application in the "ods_rtm_launch" and "ods_usc" Run Keys. A remote attacker can use a specially crafted file and gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Dream Report: 5 R20-2

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External links
http://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2020-1146

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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.