CVE-2018-1168

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on vulnerable installations of ABB MicroSCADA 9.3 with FP 1-2-3. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the configuration of the access controls for the installed product files. The installation procedure leaves critical files open to manipulation by any authenticated user. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges to SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-5097.

Score
CVSS 3.0 7.8 High
Status
Modified - zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
Published
2018-02-21
Last modified
2024-08-05
Weaknesses
CWE-284, CWE-732

Affected products

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