Vulnerability identifier: #VU95790

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-6122

CWE-ID: CWE-266

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SystemLink Server
Other software / Other software solutions
FlexLogger
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: National Instruments

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect assignment of permissions to access Redis credentials. A local user can disclose stored credentials.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

SystemLink Server: 2024 Q1

FlexLogger: 2023 Q2

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External links
http://www.ni.com/en/support/security/available-critical-and-security-updates-for-ni-software/incorrect-default-directory-permissions-for-ni-systemlink-redis-service.html
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1033/

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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.