ZDI-CAN-18591: 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-CAN-18591?
ZDI-CAN-18591 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for sensitive information disclosure.
What software is affected by ZDI-CAN-18591?
ZDI-CAN-18591 affects Honeywell Saia PG5 Controls Suite installations.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-18591?
To mitigate ZDI-CAN-18591, update Honeywell Saia PG5 Controls Suite to the latest version provided by the vendor.
What type of attack can exploit ZDI-CAN-18591?
ZDI-CAN-18591 can be exploited through a social engineering attack that requires user interaction to visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
How can I protect my system from ZDI-CAN-18591?
To protect against ZDI-CAN-18591, implement strict user access controls and avoid clicking on untrusted links or opening unknown files.