CVE-2020-7585
First published: Wed Jun 10 2020(Updated: )
A vulnerability has been identified in SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.2 and earlier (All versions), SIMATIC PCS 7 V9.0 (All versions < V9.0 SP3), SIMATIC PDM (All versions < V9.2), SIMATIC STEP 7 V5.X (All versions < V5.6 SP2 HF3), SINAMICS STARTER (containing STEP 7 OEM version) (All versions < V5.4 HF2). A DLL Hijacking vulnerability could allow a local attacker to execute code with elevated privileges. The security vulnerability could be exploited by an attacker with local access to the affected systems. Successful exploitation requires user privileges but no user interaction. The vulnerability could allow an attacker to compromise the availability of the system as well as to have access to confidential information.
Credit: productcert@siemens.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SIEMENS SIMATIC PCS 7 | ||
| Siemens Simatic Process Device Manager | ||
| Siemens SIMATIC STEP 7 | <5.6 | |
| Siemens SIMATIC STEP 7 | =5.6 | |
| Siemens SIMATIC STEP 7 | =5.6-sp1 | |
| Siemens SIMATIC STEP 7 | =5.6-sp2 | |
| Siemens SIMATIC STEP 7 | =5.6-sp2_hotfix1 | |
| Siemens Sinamics Starter | <5.4 | |
| Siemens Sinamics Starter | =5.4 | |
| Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7: All versions including v8.2 and prior | ||
| Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7 v9.0 SP3 | <9.0 | 9.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-7585?
CVE-2020-7585 is a vulnerability identified in Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.2 and earlier, SIMATIC PCS 7 V9.0, SIMATIC PDM, SIMATIC STEP 7 V5.X, and SINAMICS STARTER.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-7585?
CVE-2020-7585 has a severity rating of 7.8 out of 10.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-7585?
CVE-2020-7585 affects Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7, Siemens Simatic Process Device Manager, Siemens SIMATIC STEP 7, and Siemens Sinamics Starter.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-7585?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-7585 at the following references: [Siemens ProductCERT](https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-689942.pdf), [CISA Advisory](https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-161-05), [US-CERT Advisory](https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-161-05).
What is the CWE for CVE-2020-7585?
The CWE for CVE-2020-7585 is CWE-427.
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