Vulnerability identifier: #VU89014

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-5389

CWE-ID: CWE-749

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Safety Manager
Hardware solutions / Other hardware appliances
Safety Manager SC
Hardware solutions / Other hardware appliances
Experion PKS
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration
Experion PlantCruise
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration
Experion LX
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: Honeywell International, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the system.

The vulnerability exists due to exposed dangerous method or function. A remote attacker can modify files on Experion controllers or SMSC S300.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Safety Manager: R15x - R162.10

Safety Manager SC: R210.X - R212.1

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External links
http://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-116-04

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Q & A

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.