What is the severity of CVE-2013-0651?

CVE-2013-0651 is classified as having a medium severity due to its potential to expose sensitive configuration files.

How do I fix CVE-2013-0651?

To fix CVE-2013-0651, ensure that sensitive configuration files are stored outside the web root and implement proper access controls.

What type of information could be exposed due to CVE-2013-0651?

CVE-2013-0651 could potentially expose sensitive data-source credentials stored in configuration files.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-0651?

While the recommended fix is to secure file access, temporarily restricting access to the web root directory can serve as a workaround.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2013-0651

medium

CWE

264

27/1/2013

16/9/2024

CVE-2013-0651

First published: Sun Jan 27 2013(Updated: )

The Portal installation process in GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Real-Time Information Portal stores sensitive information under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to read configuration files, and discover data-source credentials, via a direct request.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Real-Time Information Portal
GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Real-Time Information Portal	=2.6
GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Real-Time Information Portal	=3.0
GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Real-Time Information Portal	=3.0-sp1
GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Real-Time Information Portal	=3.5
GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Real-Time Information Portal	=3.5-sp1

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http://www.us-cert.gov/control_systems/pdf/ICSA-13-022-01.pdf

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-0651?
CVE-2013-0651 is classified as having a medium severity due to its potential to expose sensitive configuration files.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0651?
To fix CVE-2013-0651, ensure that sensitive configuration files are stored outside the web root and implement proper access controls.
What systems are affected by CVE-2013-0651?
CVE-2013-0651 affects GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Real-Time Information Portal versions 2.6, 3.0, 3.0-sp1, 3.5, and 3.5-sp1.
What type of information could be exposed due to CVE-2013-0651?
CVE-2013-0651 could potentially expose sensitive data-source credentials stored in configuration files.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-0651?
While the recommended fix is to secure file access, temporarily restricting access to the web root directory can serve as a workaround.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-0651?
CVE-2013-0651 is classified as having a medium severity due to its potential to expose sensitive configuration files.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0651?
To fix CVE-2013-0651, ensure that sensitive configuration files are stored outside the web root and implement proper access controls.
What systems are affected by CVE-2013-0651?
CVE-2013-0651 affects GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Real-Time Information Portal versions 2.6, 3.0, 3.0-sp1, 3.5, and 3.5-sp1.
What type of information could be exposed due to CVE-2013-0651?
CVE-2013-0651 could potentially expose sensitive data-source credentials stored in configuration files.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-0651?
While the recommended fix is to secure file access, temporarily restricting access to the web root directory can serve as a workaround.

CVE-2013-0651

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-0651?

How do I fix CVE-2013-0651?

What systems are affected by CVE-2013-0651?

What type of information could be exposed due to CVE-2013-0651?

Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-0651?

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Contact

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-0651?

How do I fix CVE-2013-0651?

What systems are affected by CVE-2013-0651?

What type of information could be exposed due to CVE-2013-0651?

Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-0651?