CVE-2021-42794: Infoleak

Published Dec 16, 2023
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Updated

An issue was discovered in AVEVA Edge (formerly InduSoft Web Studio) versions R2020 and prior. The application allows a client to provide a malicious connection string that could allow an adversary to port scan the LAN, depending on the hosts' responses.

Affected Software

7 affected components
AVEVA Edge 2020 R2 SP1
AVEVA Edge 2020 R2 SP1 w/ HF 2020.2.00.40
AVEVA Edge 2020 R2 and all prior versions (formerly known as InduSoft Web Studio)
AVEVA Edge<2020
AVEVA Edge=2020
AVEVA Edge=2020-r2
AVEVA Edge=2020-r2

Event History

Dec 16, 2023
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Data Sourced
12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverity
May 9, 2024
Data Sourced
via ICS·10:29 PM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-42794?

CVE-2021-42794 has been identified as a significant vulnerability that allows potential port scanning of the LAN.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-42794?

To mitigate CVE-2021-42794, users should upgrade to a patched version of AVEVA Edge beyond version R2020.

3

What kind of attack does CVE-2021-42794 facilitate?

CVE-2021-42794 facilitates connection string parameter pollution attacks that could allow an adversary to conduct port scans.

4

Which versions of AVEVA Edge are affected by CVE-2021-42794?

CVE-2021-42794 affects AVEVA Edge versions R2020 and all prior versions.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-42794?

Currently, the most effective mitigation for CVE-2021-42794 is to upgrade the software to a version that addresses the vulnerability.

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