Vulnerability Description
An Incorrect Default Permissions issue was discovered in Schneider Electric Wonderware InduSoft Web Studio v8.0 Patch 3 and prior versions. Upon installation, Wonderware InduSoft Web Studio creates a new directory and two files, which are placed in the system's path and can be manipulated by non-administrators. This could allow an authenticated user to escalate his or her privileges.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Schneider-Electric | Wonderware Indusoft Web Studio | <= 8.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_Ref=SEVD-2017-090-02Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98544Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-17-138-02Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_Ref=SEVD-2017-090-02Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98544Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-17-138-02Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-7968?
CVE-2017-7968 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). An Incorrect Default Permissions issue was discovered in Schneider Electric Wonderware InduSoft Web Studio v8.0 Patch 3 and prior versions. Upon installation, Wonderware InduSoft Web Studio creates a ...
How severe is CVE-2017-7968?
CVE-2017-7968 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-7968?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Schneider-Electric Wonderware Indusoft Web Studio.