CVE-2020-28392

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in SIMARIS configuration (All versions < V4.0.1). During installation to default target folder, incorrect permissions are configured for the application folder and subfolders which could allow an attacker to gain persistence or potentially escalate privileges should a user with elevated credentials log onto the machine.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.04%
Vendor Advisory siemens.com
Affected: Siemens SIMARIS configuration
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-794542.pdf patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-28392?
CVE-2020-28392 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-28392?
To fix CVE-2020-28392, 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-2020-28392 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-28392 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-2020-28392?
CVE-2020-28392 affects Siemens SIMARIS configuration.
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