Vulnerability identifier: #VU84426
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-295
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
SINEC INS
Server applications /
SCADA systems
Vendor:
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper certificate validation of the configured UMC server. A remote attacker can intercept credentials that are sent to the UMC server and manipulate responses, leading to privilege escalation.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
External links
http://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-077170.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?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.