Vulnerability Description
The CIMPLICITY Web-based access component, CimWebServer, does not check the location of shell files being loaded into the system. By modifying the source location, an attacker could send shell code to the CimWebServer which would deploy the nefarious files as part of any SCADA project. This could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ge | Intelligent Platforms Proficy Hmi\%2Fscada Cimplicity | <= 8.2 |
| Ge | Intelligent Platforms Proficy Hmi\/Scada Cimplicity | 4.01 |
| Ge | Intelligent Platforms Proficy Process Systems With Cimplicity | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://support.ge-ip.com/support/index?page=kbchannel&id=KB15939
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/65124
- https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-14-023-01
- http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-14-023-01
- http://support.ge-ip.com/support/index?page=kbchannel&id=KB15940Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/65117
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-0751?
CVE-2014-0751 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The CIMPLICITY Web-based access component, CimWebServer, does not check the location of shell files being loaded into the system. By modifying the source location, an attacker could send shell code ...
How severe is CVE-2014-0751?
CVE-2014-0751 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-0751?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ge Intelligent Platforms Proficy Hmi\%2Fscada Cimplicity, Ge Intelligent Platforms Proficy Hmi\/Scada Cimplicity, Ge Intelligent Platforms Proficy Process Systems With Cimplicity.