CVE-2020-7494: Path Traversal

Published Jun 16, 2020
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Updated

A CWE-22: Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability exists in EcoStruxure Operator Terminal Expert 3.1 Service Pack 1 and prior (formerly known as Vijeo XD) which could cause malicious code execution when opening the project file.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Schneider-electric Ecostruxure Operator Terminal Expert<=3.0
Schneider-electric Ecostruxure Operator Terminal Expert=3.1
Schneider-electric Ecostruxure Operator Terminal Expert=3.1-sp1

Event History

Jun 16, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:11 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:11 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-7494?

CVE-2020-7494 is a vulnerability known as Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory (Path Traversal).

2

What software is affected by CVE-2020-7494?

EcoStruxure Operator Terminal Expert version 3.1 Service Pack 1 and prior versions are affected by CVE-2020-7494.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-7494?

The severity of CVE-2020-7494 is high, with a severity score of 7.8.

4

How can CVE-2020-7494 be exploited?

CVE-2020-7494 can be exploited by a malicious actor opening a project file, which could result in the execution of malicious code.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-7494?

More information about CVE-2020-7494 can be found at the following link: https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/SEVD-2020-133-04

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