#VU56388 Cleartext storage of sensitive information in SDM600 - CVE-2021-35526

Vulnerability identifier: #VU56388

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-35526

CWE-ID: CWE-312

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SDM600
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Hitachi ABB Power Grids

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to the application does not encrypt backup files. A local user can modify backup files, overwrite system configuration files and gain elevated privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

SDM600: before 1.2

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External links
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-21-250-02

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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.