Path Traversal Vulnerability in Tridium Niagara Systems
CVE-2017-16744

7.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Ics-cert

Status
Niagara Ax Framework And Niagara 4 Framework
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 August 2018

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 19%

What is CVE-2017-16744?

A path traversal vulnerability exists in Tridium Niagara AX Versions 3.8 and earlier, as well as Niagara 4 systems Versions 4.4 and earlier, specifically when installed on Microsoft Windows systems. This vulnerability allows attackers with valid platform administrator credentials to exploit the systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive files and directories within the system. Proper security measures, such as updating to the latest versions and implementing strict access controls, are recommended to mitigate these risks.

Affected Version(s)

Niagara AX Framework and Niagara 4 Framework Niagara AX Framework Versions 3.8 and prior and Niagara 4 Framework Versions 4.4 and prior

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2017-16744-and-CVE-2017-16748-Tridium-Niagara
Created by GainSec

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105101
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-191-03
x_refsource_MISC
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-19-022-01
x_refsource_MISC

EPSS Score

19% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

.