CVE-2021-41578: Path Traversal
First published: Mon Oct 04 2021(Updated: )
mySCADA myDESIGNER 8.20.0 and below allows Directory Traversal attacks when importing project files. If an attacker can trick a victim into importing a malicious mep file, then they gain the ability to write arbitrary files to OS locations where the user has permission. This would typically lead to code execution.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| mySCADA myDESIGNER | <=8.20.0 | |
| <=8.20.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-41578?
CVE-2021-41578 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary file writing and directory traversal attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2021-41578?
To fix CVE-2021-41578, upgrade mySCADA myDESIGNER to version 8.21.0 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2021-41578?
CVE-2021-41578 affects all versions of mySCADA myDESIGNER up to and including 8.20.0.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2021-41578?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-41578 to write arbitrary files to the operating system locations where the user has permissions.
What is the nature of CVE-2021-41578 attack vector?
CVE-2021-41578 enables directory traversal attacks when importing project files, leading to serious security risks.
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