CVE-2023-31165 : What You Need to Know

A Cross-site Scripting vulnerability has been discovered in the Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Real-Time Automation Controller (SEL RTAC) Web Interface. This could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary script code. Here is all you need to know about CVE-2023-31165.

Understanding CVE-2023-31165

This section will delve into the details of the CVE-2023-31165 vulnerability in Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Real-Time Automation Controller (SEL RTAC) Web Interface.

What is CVE-2023-31165?

An Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in the Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Real-Time Automation Controller (SEL RTAC) Web Interface could allow a remote attacker to inject and execute arbitrary script code.

The Impact of CVE-2023-31165

The vulnerability identified as CAPEC-242 Code Injection can result in unauthorized execution of arbitrary script code by a remote authenticated attacker.

Technical Details of CVE-2023-31165

This section will cover the technical aspects of the CVE-2023-31165 vulnerability with details on affected systems, versions, and exploitation mechanisms.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated attacker to inject and execute arbitrary script code through the web interface of SEL RTAC.

Affected Systems and Versions

The vulnerability affects multiple products of Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories including SEL-3505, SEL-3505-3, SEL-3530, SEL-3530-4, SEL-3532, SEL-3555, SEL-3560S, SEL-3560E, SEL-2241 RTAC module, and SEL-3350.

Exploitation Mechanism

The attacker needs to be authenticated remotely to exploit this vulnerability, enabling them to inject and execute arbitrary script code.

Mitigation and Prevention

This section will provide guidelines on mitigating and preventing the CVE-2023-31165 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Users are advised to refer to the SEL Service Bulletin dated 2022-11-15 for detailed steps to mitigate the vulnerability. Implementing security best practices is crucial.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regular security assessments, proper input validation, and user input sanitization can help in preventing such vulnerabilities in the long term.

Patching and Updates

Ensure all affected systems and products are updated with the latest security patches and adhere to SEL's security guidelines to prevent exploitation.