Vulnerability identifier: #VU80817

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-2023-38558

CWE-ID: CWE-538

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SIMATIC PCS neo
Web applications / Other software

Vendor: Siemens

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected application leaks Windows admin credentials. A local user can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

SIMATIC PCS neo: 4.0 - 4.0 Update 1

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External links
http://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-646240.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.