Vulnerability Description
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on vulnerable installations of ABB MicroSCADA 9.3 with FP 1-2-3. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the configuration of the access controls for the installed product files. The installation procedure leaves critical files open to manipulation by any authenticated user. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges to SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-5097.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hitachienergy | Sys600 Firmware | 9.0 |
| Hitachienergy | Sys600 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://library.e.abb.com/public/7a88a74b12bb492ea138b1f2365d00f6/ABBVU-PGGA-338MitigationVendor Advisory
- https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-18-141Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://library.e.abb.com/public/7a88a74b12bb492ea138b1f2365d00f6/ABBVU-PGGA-338MitigationVendor Advisory
- https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-18-141Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-1168?
CVE-2018-1168 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on vulnerable installations of ABB MicroSCADA 9.3 with FP 1-2-3. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged co...
How severe is CVE-2018-1168?
CVE-2018-1168 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-2018-1168?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hitachienergy Sys600 Firmware, Hitachienergy Sys600.