ZDI-23-1851: (0Day) Honeywell Saia PG5 Controls Suite XML External Entity Processing Information Disclosure Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Honeywell Saia PG5 Controls Suite. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of XML files. Due to the improper restriction of XML External Entity (XXE) references, a crafted document specifying a URI causes the XML parser to access the URI and embed the contents back into the XML document for further processing. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to disclose information in the context of the current process.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Honeywell Saia PG5 Controls Suite. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 5.5. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2023-51602.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-23-1851?
The severity of ZDI-23-1851 is considered medium due to the requirement of user interaction for exploitation.
How do I fix ZDI-23-1851?
To fix ZDI-23-1851, users should apply the latest patches provided by Honeywell for the Saia PG5 Controls Suite.
Who is affected by ZDI-23-1851?
ZDI-23-1851 affects users of the Honeywell Saia PG5 Controls Suite who have not implemented security measures.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-23-1851?
ZDI-23-1851 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability that requires user interaction.
Can ZDI-23-1851 be exploited remotely?
Yes, ZDI-23-1851 can be exploited remotely, but it requires the target user to visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.