Vulnerability identifier: #VU85337

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-22016

CWE-ID: CWE-732

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Rapid SCADA
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Rapid Software

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper permissions configuration. A local user can write directly to the Scada directory and gain elevated privileges.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

Rapid SCADA: 5.8.4

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External links
http://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-011-03

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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.