CVE-2023-27408

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in SCALANCE LPE9403 (All versions < V2.1). The `i2c` mutex file is created with the permissions bits of `-rw-rw-rw-`. This file is used as a mutex for multiple applications interacting with i2c. This could allow an authenticated attacker with access to the SSH interface on the affected device to interfere with the integrity of the mutex and the data it protects.

Category

3.3
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory siemens.com
Affected: Siemens SCALANCE LPE9403
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-325383.pdf vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-27408?
CVE-2023-27408 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-27408?
To fix CVE-2023-27408, 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-2023-27408 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-27408 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-2023-27408?
CVE-2023-27408 affects Siemens SCALANCE LPE9403.
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