What is the severity of CVE-2023-39460?

CVE-2023-39460 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote file creation by attackers.

How do I fix CVE-2023-39460?

To mitigate CVE-2023-39460, ensure that you apply the latest security updates from Triangle MicroWorks for the SCADA Data Gateway.

Who is affected by CVE-2023-39460?

CVE-2023-39460 affects installations of Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway that have the vulnerable authentication mechanism.

What does CVE-2023-39460 exploit?

CVE-2023-39460 exploits a flaw that allows attackers to bypass the authentication mechanism and create arbitrary files.

Is authentication sufficient to protect against CVE-2023-39460?

No, the existing authentication mechanism for CVE-2023-39460 can be bypassed, thus exposing systems to potential unauthorized access.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-39460

high

7.2

CWE

3/5/2024

CVE-2023-39460: (Pwn2Own) Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway Event Log Directory Traversal Arbitrary File Creation Vulnerability

First published: Fri May 03 2024(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files on affected installations of Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the creation of event logs. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of root.

Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-39460?
CVE-2023-39460 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote file creation by attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2023-39460?
To mitigate CVE-2023-39460, ensure that you apply the latest security updates from Triangle MicroWorks for the SCADA Data Gateway.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-39460?
CVE-2023-39460 affects installations of Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway that have the vulnerable authentication mechanism.
What does CVE-2023-39460 exploit?
CVE-2023-39460 exploits a flaw that allows attackers to bypass the authentication mechanism and create arbitrary files.
Is authentication sufficient to protect against CVE-2023-39460?
No, the existing authentication mechanism for CVE-2023-39460 can be bypassed, thus exposing systems to potential unauthorized access.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-39460?
CVE-2023-39460 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote file creation by attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2023-39460?
To mitigate CVE-2023-39460, ensure that you apply the latest security updates from Triangle MicroWorks for the SCADA Data Gateway.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-39460?
CVE-2023-39460 affects installations of Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway that have the vulnerable authentication mechanism.
What does CVE-2023-39460 exploit?
CVE-2023-39460 exploits a flaw that allows attackers to bypass the authentication mechanism and create arbitrary files.
Is authentication sufficient to protect against CVE-2023-39460?
No, the existing authentication mechanism for CVE-2023-39460 can be bypassed, thus exposing systems to potential unauthorized access.