CVE-2023-51438: simatic ipc647e Input Validation Flaw

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in SIMATIC IPC1047E (All versions with maxView Storage Manager < V4.14.00.26068 on Windows), SIMATIC IPC647E (All versions with maxView Storage Manager < V4.14.00.26068 on Windows), SIMATIC IPC847E (All versions with maxView Storage Manager < V4.14.00.26068 on Windows). In default installations of maxView Storage Manager where Redfish® server is configured for remote system management, a vulnerability has been identified that can provide unauthorized access.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

10.0

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-20 Improper Input Validation

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
microchip	maxview_storage_manager	< 4.14.00.26068
siemens	simatic_ipc1047e	All
siemens	simatic_ipc647e	All
siemens	simatic_ipc847e	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-702935.pdf https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-702935.pdf

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-51438? +

A vulnerability has been identified in SIMATIC IPC1047E (All versions with maxView Storage Manager < V4.14.00.26068 on Windows), SIMATIC IPC647E (All versions with maxView Storage Manager < V4.14.00.26068 on Windows), SIMATIC IPC847E (All versions with maxView Storage Manager < V4.14.00.26068 on Windows). In default installations of maxView Storage Manager where Redfish® server is configured for remote system management, a vulnerability has been identified that can provide unauthorized access. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 10.0 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2023-51438? +

CVE-2023-51438 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 10.0 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-51438? +

CVE-2023-51438 affects products from microchip, siemens, specifically: maxview_storage_manager, simatic_ipc1047e, simatic_ipc647e, simatic_ipc847e. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2023-51438? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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