7.8
CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-5622: Untrusted search path vulnerability in the AprolConfigureCCServices of B&R APROL

First published: Thu Aug 29 2024(Updated: )

An untrusted search path vulnerability in the AprolConfigureCCServices of B&R APROL <= R 4.2.-07P3 and <= R 4.4-00P3 may allow an authenticated local attacker to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Credit: cybersecurity@ch.abb.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
B&R Industrial Automation Aprol<=r4.2-07p3
B&R Industrial Automation Aprol>=r4.3-00p3<=r4.4-00p3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-5622?

    CVE-2024-5622 has a high severity rating due to its potential for allowing authenticated local attackers to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-5622?

    To mitigate CVE-2024-5622, upgrade to a patched version of B&R APROL beyond R 4.2-07P3 and R 4.4-00P3.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-5622?

    CVE-2024-5622 affects users of B&R APROL versions R 4.2-07P3 and R 4.4-00P3.

  • What is an untrusted search path vulnerability in CVE-2024-5622?

    An untrusted search path vulnerability allows an attacker to execute malicious code by using a manipulated search path during application execution.

  • Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2024-5622?

    Yes, CVE-2024-5622 requires that the attacker is authenticated as a local user to execute the attack.

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