Vulnerability identifier: #VU8070
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-611
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
WebCTRL
Server applications /
SCADA systems
SiteScan Web
Server applications /
SCADA systems
i-Vu
Server applications /
SCADA systems
Vendor: Automated Logic Corporation
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to conduct XXE attack.
The weakness exists in the encryption library due to improper handling of XML External Entity (XXE) entries when parsing an XML file. A remote attacker can send manipulated XML data and cause the application to execute arbitrary code or disclose file contents from a server or connected network.
Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
WebCTRL: 6.0 - 6.5
SiteScan Web: 6.1 - 6.5
i-Vu: 6.0 - 6.5
External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-17-150-01
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.