CVE-2013-4911: CSRF
First published: Wed Jul 31 2013(Updated: )
Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in Siemens WinCC (TIA Portal) 11 and 12 before 12 SP1 allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of unspecified victims by leveraging improper configuration of SIMATIC HMI panels by the WinCC product.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Siemens WinCC | =11.0 | |
| Siemens WinCC | =11.0-sp1 | |
| Siemens WinCC | =11.0-sp2 | |
| Siemens WinCC | =12.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://scadastrangelove.blogspot.com/2013/08/ssa-064884-wincctia-portal-fixes.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/54051
- http://secunia.com/advisories/54252
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/61536
- http://www.siemens.com/corporate-technology/pool/de/forschungsfelder/siemens_security_advisory_ssa-064884.pdf
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/86099
- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-13-213-02
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-4911?
CVE-2013-4911 is considered a medium risk vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site request forgery attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4911?
To fix CVE-2013-4911, ensure that the security configurations of SIMATIC HMI panels are properly set and consider upgrading to the latest version of Siemens WinCC.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-4911?
Organizations using Siemens WinCC versions 11.0, 11.0 SP1, 11.0 SP2, and 12.0 are affected by CVE-2013-4911.
What type of attack does CVE-2013-4911 enable?
CVE-2013-4911 enables remote attackers to perform cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2013-4911?
Yes, Siemens has released updates and patches that address the vulnerabilities associated with CVE-2013-4911.
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