CVE-2023-45205: High severity siemens sicam pas/pqs vulnerability

Published Oct 10, 2023
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Updated

A vulnerability has been identified in SICAM PAS/PQS (All versions >= V8.00 < V8.20). The affected application is installed with specific files and folders with insecure permissions. This could allow an authenticated local attacker to inject arbitrary code and escalate privileges to NT AUTHORITY/SYSTEM.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Siemens Sicam Pas\/pqs>=8.00<8.20

Event History

Oct 10, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:21 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:21 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-45205?

The severity of CVE-2023-45205 is high with a severity value of 7.8.

2

Which versions of SICAM PAS/PQS are affected by CVE-2023-45205?

All versions greater than or equal to V8.00 and less than V8.20 of SICAM PAS/PQS are affected by CVE-2023-45205.

3

What is the vulnerability description of CVE-2023-45205?

CVE-2023-45205 is a vulnerability in SICAM PAS/PQS where specific files and folders have insecure permissions, allowing an authenticated local attacker to inject arbitrary code and escalate privileges.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-45205?

An attacker with local access can exploit CVE-2023-45205 by injecting arbitrary code and escalating privileges on the affected system.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2023-45205?

Yes, Siemens has provided a security advisory with mitigation measures to address the vulnerability described in CVE-2023-45205.

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