Schneider Electric Struxureware Data Center Expert Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Schneider Electric Struxureware Data Center Expert. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the handling of firmware updates. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root.
Additional Details
Schneider Electric has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-257-03
Disclosure Timeline
- 2021-04-14 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2021-09-15 - Coordinated public release of advisory
Credit
David Yesland
