Vulnerability identifier: #VU7375

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-9635

CWE-ID: CWE-326

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Ampla MES
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Schneider Electric

Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to obtain credentials on the target system.

The weakness exists due to weakness in the password hashing algorithm. When Ampla MES users are configured to use Simple Security, a local attacker can reverse the user’s password.

Successful exploitation may result in compromise credentials of Ampla users configured with Simple Security.

Mitigation
Update to version 6.5.

Vulnerable software versions

Ampla MES: 6.0 - 6.4

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-17-187-05

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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.