CVE-2021-27447

Mesa Labs AmegaView command injection

Description

Mesa Labs AmegaView version 3.0 is vulnerable to a command injection, which may allow an attacker to remotely execute arbitrary code.

Remediation

Workaround:

  • MesaLabs has scheduled AmegaView for end-of-life at the end of 2021. Due to this discontinued service, MesaLabs does not plan to release an update to address these vulnerabilities. MesaLabs recommends users upgrade to the newer ViewPoint software that is compatible with AmegaView hardware.
  • CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of this vulnerability. Specifically, users should: Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, and ensure that they are not accessible from the Internet. Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls, and isolate them from the business network. When remote access is required, use secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), recognizing VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most current version available. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as its connected devices.

Category

10.0
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.51% Top 20%
Third-Party Advisory cisa.gov
Affected: Mesa Labs AmegaView
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-21-147-03 third party advisory us government resource

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-27447?
CVE-2021-27447 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-27447?
As a workaround for remediating CVE-2021-27447: MesaLabs has scheduled AmegaView for end-of-life at the end of 2021. Due to this discontinued service, MesaLabs does not plan to release an update to address these vulnerabilities. MesaLabs recommends users upgrade to the newer ViewPoint software that is compatible with AmegaView hardware.
Is CVE-2021-27447 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-27447 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-27447?
CVE-2021-27447 affects Mesa Labs AmegaView.
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