CVE-2018-4859: OS Command Injection
First published: Tue Jun 26 2018(Updated: )
A vulnerability has been identified in SCALANCE M875 (All versions). An authenticated remote attacker with access to the web interface (443/tcp), could execute arbitrary operating system commands. Successful exploitation requires that the attacker has network access to the web interface. The attacker must be authenticated as administrative user to exploit the security vulnerability. The vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the device. At the time of advisory publication no public exploitation of this security vulnerability was known.
Credit: productcert@siemens.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Siemens Scalance M875 Firmware | ||
| Siemens SCALANCE M875 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-4859?
CVE-2018-4859 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-4859?
To mitigate CVE-2018-4859, update the Siemens SCALANCE M875 firmware to the latest version provided by Siemens.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-4859?
The CVE-2018-4859 vulnerability affects all versions of the Siemens SCALANCE M875 devices.
What type of attack does CVE-2018-4859 enable?
CVE-2018-4859 allows an authenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary operating system commands.
What access is required to exploit CVE-2018-4859?
Exploitation of CVE-2018-4859 requires network access to the web interface of the SCALANCE M875.
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