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CVE-2023-0595

5.3 · MEDIUM

A CWE-117: Improper Output Neutralization for Logs vulnerability exists that could cause the misinterpretation of log files when malicious packets are sent to the Geo SCADA server's database web po…

Published Feb 24, 2023CWE-117EPSS 0.42%

Overview

CVE-2023-0595 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 24, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

A CWE-117: Improper Output Neutralization for Logs vulnerability exists that could cause the misinterpretation of log files when malicious packets are sent to the Geo SCADA server's database web port (default 443). Affected products: EcoStruxure Geo SCADA Expert 2019, EcoStruxure Geo SCADA Expert 2020, EcoStruxure Geo SCADA Expert 2021(All Versions prior to October 2022), ClearSCADA (All Versions)

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-0595?

CVE-2023-0595 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 24, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2023-0595?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-0595?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2023-0595?

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