Local Attacker Could Gain Elevated Privileges via Incorrect File Permissions
CVE-2024-47783

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Siemens
Status
Siport
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 November 2024

Summary

A vulnerability exists in SIPORT across all versions prior to V3.4.0, where improper assignment of file permissions to installation directories allows local attackers possessing unprivileged accounts to potentially modify or override service executables. This flaw exposes the system to the risk of privilege escalation, making it imperative for users to upgrade to version 3.4.0 or later to mitigate potential security threats.

Affected Version(s)

SIPORT 0

References

https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/html/ssa-0642...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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