#VU79017 Path traversal in SCADA Data Gateway - CVE-2023-39459

Vulnerability identifier: #VU79017

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 6.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-39459

CWE-ID: CWE-22

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SCADA Data Gateway
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Triangle MicroWorks, Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform directory traversal attacks.

The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing directory traversal sequences within the processing of workspace files. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request and create arbitrary files on the system.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

SCADA Data Gateway: before 5.02.00

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External links
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1027/

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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.