CVE-2023-2186

Description

On Triangle MicroWorks' SCADA Data Gateway version <= v5.01.03, an unauthenticated attacker can send a specially crafted broadcast message including format string characters to the SCADA Data Gateway to perform unrestricted memory reads.An unauthenticated user can use this format string vulnerability to repeatedly crash the GTWWebMonitor.exe process to DoS the Web Monitor. Furthermore, an authenticated user can leverage this vulnerability to leak memory from the GTWWebMonitor.exe process. This could be leveraged in an exploit chain to gain code execution.

Category

8.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.23%
Third-Party Advisory trellix.com
Affected: Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-2186?
CVE-2023-2186 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-2186?
To fix CVE-2023-2186, 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-2023-2186 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-2186 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-2023-2186?
CVE-2023-2186 affects Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway.
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