Vulnerability identifier: #VU56637
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-312
Exploitation vector: Local network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
SIMATIC NET CP 1545-1
Hardware solutions /
Firmware
SIMATIC CP 1543-1
Hardware solutions /
Firmware
Vendor: Siemens
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to the storage of sensitive information in plain-text. A remote attacker on the local network can retrieve sensitive information stored in cleartext.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
SIMATIC NET CP 1545-1: All versions
External links
http://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-535997.pdf
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.