CVE-2021-22756: High severity interactive graphical scada system vulnerability

Published Jun 11, 2021
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Updated

A CWE-125: Out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists inIGSS Definition (Def.exe) V15.0.0.21140 and prior that could result in disclosure of information or remote code execution due to lack of user-supplied data validation, when a malicious CGF file is imported to IGSS Definition.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Schneider-electric Interactive Graphical Scada System<=15.0.0.21140

Event History

Jun 11, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:40 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-22756?

CVE-2021-22756 is a vulnerability in Schneider-electric Interactive Graphical Scada System (IGSS) Definition (Def.exe) V15.0.0.21140 and prior versions that allows for an out-of-bounds read, potentially leading to the disclosure of information or remote code execution.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-22756?

The severity of CVE-2021-22756 is high, with a score of 7.8 out of 10.

3

How does CVE-2021-22756 occur?

CVE-2021-22756 occurs due to a lack of user-supplied data validation when importing a malicious CGF file to IGSS Definition.

4

What software versions are affected by CVE-2021-22756?

Schneider-electric Interactive Graphical Scada System (IGSS) Definition (Def.exe) V15.0.0.21140 and prior versions are affected by CVE-2021-22756.

5

How can CVE-2021-22756 be mitigated?

To mitigate CVE-2021-22756, it is recommended to update IGSS Definition to a version that includes the necessary security patches or fixes provided by Schneider Electric.

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