CVE-2019-18308 : Security Advisory and Response
Discover the privilege escalation vulnerability in Siemens' SPPA-T3000 MS3000 Migration Server (all versions). Learn about the impact, affected systems, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.
A security flaw has been discovered in the SPPA-T3000 MS3000 Migration Server by Siemens, allowing an attacker with local access to elevate privileges to root level.
Understanding CVE-2019-18308
This CVE identifies a vulnerability in the SPPA-T3000 MS3000 Migration Server that could lead to privilege escalation.
What is CVE-2019-18308?
The vulnerability allows a local attacker with low privileged user access to escalate their privileges to root level by manipulating specific files on the local file system.
The Impact of CVE-2019-18308
- An attacker with physical access to the MS3000 server can exploit this vulnerability
- No reported instances of public exploitation as of the advisory publication date
Technical Details of CVE-2019-18308
This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- CWE-284: Improper Access Control
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: SPPA-T3000 MS3000 Migration Server
- Vendor: Siemens
- Affected Versions: All versions
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attacker needs physical access to the MS3000 server
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent exploitation of CVE-2019-18308.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Monitor and restrict physical access to the MS3000 server
- Implement strong access controls and permissions
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch the MS3000 server
- Conduct security training for personnel accessing the server
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security updates from Siemens