CVE-2013-0653: Path Traversal

Published Jan 27, 2013
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Updated

Directory traversal vulnerability in substitute.bcl in the WebView CimWeb subsystem in GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy HMI/SCADA - CIMPLICITY 4.01 through 8.0, and Proficy Process Systems with CIMPLICITY, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a crafted packet.

Affected Software

5 affected components
GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Hmi\/scada Cimplicity=4.01
GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Hmi\/scada Cimplicity=7.5
GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Hmi\/scada Cimplicity=8.0
GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Process Systems With Cimplicity
GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy Process Systems

Event History

Jan 27, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-0653?

CVE-2013-0653 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized file access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-0653?

To fix CVE-2013-0653, update to a patched version of GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy HMI/SCADA - CIMPLICITY or Proficy Process Systems.

3

Which versions of software are affected by CVE-2013-0653?

CVE-2013-0653 affects GE Intelligent Platforms Proficy HMI/SCADA - CIMPLICITY versions 4.01 through 8.0, as well as Proficy Process Systems.

4

What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2013-0653?

CVE-2013-0653 can be exploited by remote attackers using crafted packets to perform a directory traversal attack.

5

Is CVE-2013-0653 a network-based vulnerability?

Yes, CVE-2013-0653 is a network-based vulnerability that can be exploited over the internet or local networks.

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