CVE-2020-24678 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-24678, a high-severity vulnerability in ABB's Symphony Plus Operations and Historian products, allowing authenticated users to execute malicious code and gain system control.
An authenticated user might execute malicious code under the user context and take control of the system. S+ Operations or S+ Historian database is affected by multiple vulnerabilities such as the possibility to allow remote authenticated users to gain high privileges.
Understanding CVE-2020-24678
This CVE involves potential privilege escalation in ABB's Symphony Plus Operations and Historian products.
What is CVE-2020-24678?
CVE-2020-24678 allows an authenticated user to execute malicious code and potentially gain control of the system, posing a significant security risk.
The Impact of CVE-2020-24678
- CVSS Base Score: 8.8 (High Severity)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Privileges Required: Low
- Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability Impact: High
Technical Details of CVE-2020-24678
This section provides detailed technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows authenticated users to execute malicious code and potentially gain high privileges on the affected systems.
Affected Systems and Versions
- ABB Ability™ Symphony® Plus Operations: Versions less than 3.3 Service Pack 1, 2.1 SP2 Rollup 2, and 2.2
- ABB Ability™ Symphony® Plus Historian: Version less than 3.2
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by authenticated users to execute arbitrary code and potentially escalate their privileges on the targeted systems.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2020-24678 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply vendor-supplied patches and updates promptly.
- Monitor system activity for any signs of unauthorized access.
- Restrict user permissions to minimize the impact of potential privilege escalation.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to address known vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security training for users to enhance awareness of potential threats.
Patching and Updates
- ABB may release patches to address the vulnerability; ensure timely installation to mitigate the risk of exploitation.