Vulnerability identifier: #VU59163

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-23207

CWE-ID: CWE-256

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Vigilant Software Suite
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Fresenius Kabi

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to other users' credentials.

The vulnerability exists due to application stored credentials in plain text in a configuration file on the system. A local user can extract the secrets from the registry and create valid JWT tokens for the Fresenius Kabi Vigilant MasterMed application and impersonate arbitrary users.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Vigilant Software Suite: 1.0

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsma-21-355-01

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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.