CVE-2017-7972
First published: Mon Sep 25 2017(Updated: )
A vulnerability exists in Schneider Electric's PowerSCADA Anywhere v1.0 redistributed with PowerSCADA Expert v8.1 and PowerSCADA Expert v8.2 and Citect Anywhere version 1.0 that allows the ability to escape out of remote PowerSCADA Anywhere applications and launch other processes.
Credit: cybersecurity@se.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Schneider-electric Powerscada Anywhere | =1.0 | |
| Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Power SCADA Expert | =8.1 | |
| Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Power SCADA Expert | =8.2 | |
| Schneider Electric Citect Anywhere | =1.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7972?
CVE-2017-7972 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7972?
To fix CVE-2017-7972, users should update to the latest versions of PowerSCADA Anywhere and Citect Anywhere as provided by Schneider Electric.
What versions are affected by CVE-2017-7972?
CVE-2017-7972 affects Schneider Electric's PowerSCADA Anywhere version 1.0 and Citect Anywhere version 1.0.
What are the potential risks of CVE-2017-7972?
The risks of CVE-2017-7972 include unauthorized access to system processes and potential data breaches.
Who is primarily impacted by CVE-2017-7972?
Organizations using Schneider Electric's PowerSCADA Anywhere and Citect Anywhere software are primarily impacted by CVE-2017-7972.
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