CVE-2019-18243

Description

HMI/SCADA iFIX (Versions 6.1 and prior) allows a local authenticated user to modify system-wide iFIX configurations through the registry. This may allow privilege escalation.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.04%
Third-Party Advisory cisa.gov
Affected: n/a HMI/SCADA iFIX
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-040-01 third party advisory us government resource

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-18243?
CVE-2019-18243 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-18243?
To fix CVE-2019-18243, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2019-18243 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2019-18243 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2019-18243?
CVE-2019-18243 affects n/a HMI/SCADA iFIX.
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