Vulnerability Description
An uncontrolled search path element vulnerability (DLL hijacking) has been discovered that could allow a locally authenticated adversary to escalate privileges to SYSTEM. Alternatively, they could host a trojanized version of the software and trick victims into downloading and installing their malicious version to gain initial access and code execution.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ptc | Kepware Kepserverex | >= 6.0.2107.0, <= 6.14.263.0 |
| Ptc | Thingworx Kepware Server | >= 6.8, <= 6.14.263.0 |
| Ptc | Thingworx Industrial Connectivity | >= 8.0, <= 8.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-23-243-03Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- https://www.ptc.com/en/support/article/cs399528Vendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-23-243-03Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- https://www.ptc.com/en/support/article/cs399528Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-29444?
CVE-2023-29444 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.3 (MEDIUM). An uncontrolled search path element vulnerability (DLL hijacking) has been discovered that could allow a locally authenticated adversary to escalate privileges to SYSTEM. Alternatively, they could hos...
How severe is CVE-2023-29444?
CVE-2023-29444 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-29444?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ptc Kepware Kepserverex, Ptc Thingworx Kepware Server, Ptc Thingworx Industrial Connectivity.