ZDI-23-1854: (0Day) Honeywell Saia PG5 Controls Suite XML External Entity Processing Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Dec 20, 2023
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Updated

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.

Other sources

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-2023-51605.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Honeywell Saia PG5 Controls Suite

Event History

Dec 20, 2023
Advisory Published
06:00 AM
Data Sourced
06:00 AM
Description
May 3, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·02:36 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-23-1854?

The severity of ZDI-23-1854 is classified as high due to the potential for remote information disclosure.

2

How do I fix ZDI-23-1854?

To fix ZDI-23-1854, update the Honeywell Saia PG5 Controls Suite to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by ZDI-23-1854?

ZDI-23-1854 affects installations of Honeywell Saia PG5 Controls Suite where user interaction can lead to exploitation.

4

What kind of attack is ZDI-23-1854 associated with?

ZDI-23-1854 is associated with remote information disclosure attacks requiring user interaction.

5

Is user interaction required for ZDI-23-1854 exploitation?

Yes, user interaction is required for the exploitation of ZDI-23-1854, as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

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