Vulnerability identifier: #VU9080

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-14031

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
VTScada
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Trihedral Engineering Ltd

Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain elevated privileges on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access control. A local attacker can gain elevated privileges and possibly execute arbitrary code.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Update to version 11.3.05.

Vulnerable software versions

VTScada: 11.3 - 11.3.03

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-17-304-02

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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.