CVE-2020-25238 (GCVE-0-2020-25238)
Vulnerability from cvelistv5
Published
2021-02-09 15:38
Modified
2024-08-04 15:33
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CWE
  • CWE-284 - Improper Access Control
Summary
A vulnerability has been identified in PCS neo (Administration Console) (All versions < V3.1), TIA Portal (V15, V15.1 and V16). Manipulating certain files in specific folders could allow a local attacker to execute code with SYSTEM privileges. The security vulnerability could be exploited by an attacker with a valid account and limited access rights on the system.
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Siemens PCS neo (Administration Console) Version: All versions < V3.1
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