Vulnerability identifier: #VU6190
Vulnerability risk: Critical
CVSSv3.1: 9.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:H/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Siemens SIMATIC WinCC
Server applications /
SCADA systems
SIMATIC PCS 7
Server applications /
SCADA systems
Vendor: Siemens
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation when processing packets sent to the WinCC server. A remote unauthenticated attacker can send a specially crafted packet and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to compromise vulnerable system.
Note: this vulnerability has been exploited in targeted attacks.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website:
TIA Portal V13 (including WinCC Professional Runtime)
WinCC 7.0
WinCC V7.0 SP3
WinCC 7.2
WinCC 7.3
PCS 7 V7.1 SP4
PCS 7 V8.0 SP2
PCS 7 V8.1
Vulnerable software versions
Siemens SIMATIC WinCC: 7.0 - 7.3 Update 1
SIMATIC PCS 7: 7.1 - 8.1
External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-14-329-02D
http://www.siemens.com/cert/pool/cert/siemens_security_advisory_ssa-134508.pdf
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?
Yes. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.