Vulnerability Description
Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway Event Log Directory Traversal Arbitrary File Creation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files on affected installations of Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the creation of event logs. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-20534.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Trianglemicroworks | Scada Data Gateway | 5.1.3.20324 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.trianglemicroworks.com/products/scada-data-gateway/what's-newRelease Notes
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1028/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.trianglemicroworks.com/products/scada-data-gateway/what's-newRelease Notes
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1028/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-39460?
CVE-2023-39460 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway Event Log Directory Traversal Arbitrary File Creation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files on affected installatio...
How severe is CVE-2023-39460?
CVE-2023-39460 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-39460?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Trianglemicroworks Scada Data Gateway.