CVE-2024-5402: Mint Workbench I Unquoted Service Path Enumeration

Published Jul 15, 2024
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Updated

Unquoted Search Path or Element vulnerability in ABB Mint Workbench.

A local attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could gain elevated privileges by inserting an executable file in the path of the affected service.

This issue affects Mint Workbench I versions: from 5866 before 5868.

Affected Software

1 affected component
ABB Mint Workbench>=5866<=5868

Event History

Jul 15, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:57 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:57 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-5402?

CVE-2024-5402 has a high severity rating due to the potential for privilege escalation by local attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-5402?

To fix CVE-2024-5402, ensure that the affected service is configured to use fully qualified paths to prevent the exploitation of unquoted search paths.

3

Which versions of ABB Mint Workbench are affected by CVE-2024-5402?

CVE-2024-5402 affects ABB Mint Workbench versions from 5866 to 5868.

4

Can CVE-2024-5402 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2024-5402 is a local vulnerability that requires an attacker to have local access to the system.

5

What type of attack does CVE-2024-5402 enable?

CVE-2024-5402 enables local attackers to gain elevated privileges by inserting malicious executable files in an unquoted search path.

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