Vulnerability identifier: #VU58088
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-170
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Nucleus NET
Server applications /
Other server solutions
Nucleus Source Code
Server applications /
Other server solutions
Capital VSTAR
Server applications /
Other server solutions
Nucleus ReadyStart
Server applications /
Other server solutions
Vendor: Siemens
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper null termination when the FTP server does not properly validate the length of the “MKD/XMKD” command. A remote authenticated attacker can execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Nucleus NET: All versions
Nucleus Source Code: All versions
Capital VSTAR: All versions
External links
http://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-044112.pdf
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.