CVE-2017-9957: Critical severity schneider electric u.motion builder vulnerability

Published Sep 25, 2017
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Updated

A vulnerability exists in Schneider Electric's U.motion Builder software versions 1.2.1 and prior in which the web service contains a hidden system account with a hardcoded password. An attacker can use this information to log into the system with high-privilege credentials.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Schneider-electric U.motion Builder<=1.2.1

Event History

Sep 25, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-9957?

The severity of CVE-2017-9957 is classified as high due to the presence of a hidden system account with a hardcoded password.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-9957?

To fix CVE-2017-9957, upgrade to a version of Schneider Electric's U.motion Builder software that is later than 1.2.1.

3

Which versions of U.motion Builder are affected by CVE-2017-9957?

All versions of Schneider Electric's U.motion Builder software prior to version 1.2.1 are affected by CVE-2017-9957.

4

What can an attacker do with CVE-2017-9957?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2017-9957 to log into the system using high-privilege credentials through the hidden system account.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-9957 if I cannot upgrade immediately?

Currently, no official workaround is provided for CVE-2017-9957; upgrading is the only recommended solution.

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