CVE-2019-6585 : What You Need to Know

A security flaw has been detected in SCALANCE S602, SCALANCE S612, SCALANCE S623, and SCALANCE S627-2M, allowing Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

Understanding CVE-2019-6585

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in Siemens SCALANCE devices that could be exploited through Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.

What is CVE-2019-6585?

The vulnerability affects SCALANCE S602, S612, S623, and S627-2M devices with versions >= V3.0 and < V4.1, enabling XSS attacks via the integrated configuration web server.

The Impact of CVE-2019-6585

Successful exploitation requires user interaction, specifically accessing a malicious link while logged into the web interface of the affected devices.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-6585

Siemens SCALANCE devices are vulnerable to XSS attacks due to improper neutralization of script-related HTML tags in web pages.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's web session, potentially leading to unauthorized actions.

Affected Systems and Versions

SCALANCE S602, S612, S623, S627-2M
Versions >= V3.0 and < V4.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Users tricked into clicking on a harmful link
Requires user interaction and web interface login

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate action and long-term security practices are crucial to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Siemens
Educate users on phishing awareness and safe browsing habits

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update firmware and software
Implement network segmentation and access controls
Monitor and analyze network traffic for suspicious activities

Patching and Updates

Siemens has released patches to address the vulnerability
Regularly check for updates and apply them promptly