CVE-2019-18997

Public Exploit
PB610 HMISimulator provides interface with access to arbitrary files

Description

The HMISimulator component of ABB PB610 Panel Builder 600 uses the readFile/writeFile interface to manipulate the work file. Path configuration in PB610 HMISimulator versions 2.8.0.424 and earlier potentially allows access to files outside of the working directory, thus potentially supporting unauthorized file access.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.40%
Vendor Advisory abb.com
Affected: ABB PB610 Panel Builder 600
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://search.abb.com/library/Download.aspx?DocumentID=3ADR010466&LanguageCode=en&DocumentPartId=&Action=Launch exploit vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-18997?
CVE-2019-18997 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-18997?
To fix CVE-2019-18997, 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-2019-18997 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2019-18997 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2019-18997?
CVE-2019-18997 affects ABB PB610 Panel Builder 600.
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