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CVE-2023-27975

7.1 · HIGH

CWE-522: Insufficiently Protected Credentials vulnerability exists that could cause unauthorized access to the project file in EcoStruxure Control Expert when a local user tampers with the memory o…

Published Feb 14, 2024CWE-522EPSS 0.15%

Overview

CVE-2023-27975 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 14, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.1 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.1, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

CWE-522: Insufficiently Protected Credentials vulnerability exists that could cause unauthorized

access to the project file in EcoStruxure Control Expert when a local user tampers with the

memory of the engineering workstation.

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-2023-27975?

CVE-2023-27975 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 14, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.1 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2023-27975?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.1, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-27975?

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-2023-27975?

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