CVE-2014-5397: Schneider Electric Wonderware Cross-site Scripting

Published Aug 28, 2014
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Updated

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Schneider Electric Wonderware Information Server (WIS) Portal 4.0 SP1 through 5.5 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Invensys Wonderware Information Server=4.0-sp1
Invensys Wonderware Information Server=4.0-sp1
Invensys Wonderware Information Server=4.5
Invensys Wonderware Information Server=5.0
Invensys Wonderware Information Server=5.5

Remediation

Information

Schneider Electric has created an update for WIS web pages and components to address the vulnerabilities listed in this advisory. Customers using all versions of WIS are affected and should upgrade to WIS Version 5.5 and then apply the security update. Customers using the affected versions of WIS should set the security level settings in the Internet browser to “Medium – High” to minimize the risks presented by these vulnerabilities. In addition, the Wonderware Information Server Portal can be configured to use HTTPS that will require additional steps as documented in the products user documentation. Schneider Electric has released a security bulletin titled “Multiple Vulnerabilities in Wonderware Information Server LFSEC00000102” to announce the security update, which is available at the following location: https://gcsresource.invensys.com/support/docs/_SecurityBulletins/Security_Bulletin_LFSEC00000102.pdf

Event History

Aug 28, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:55 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-5397?

CVE-2014-5397 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-5397?

To mitigate CVE-2014-5397, it is recommended to apply the latest patches provided by Schneider Electric for affected versions.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2014-5397?

CVE-2014-5397 affects Schneider Electric Wonderware Information Server Portal versions 4.0 SP1 through 5.5.

4

What type of attack can CVE-2014-5397 facilitate?

CVE-2014-5397 can facilitate cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, allowing attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML.

5

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2014-5397?

Exploiting CVE-2014-5397 could lead to unauthorized access to user information and manipulation of the web application.

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