Vulnerability identifier: #VU7494

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-9942

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SiPass
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Siemens

Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information.

The weakness exists due to improper permissions and access controls. A local attacker can gain access to credentials on the system.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability results in information disclosure.

Mitigation
Update to version 2.70.

Vulnerable software versions

SiPass: 2.60 - 2.65

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External links
http://www.siemens.com/cert/pool/cert/siemens_security_advisory_ssa-339433.pdf

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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.