CVE-2017-7968

Name: CVE-2017-7968
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-19T15:29:00.287+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.43%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-7968 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An Incorrect Default Permissions issue was discovered in Schneider Electric Wonderware InduSoft Web Studio v8.0 Patch 3 and prior versions. Upon installation, Wonderware InduSoft Web Studio creates a new directory and two files, which are placed in the system's path and can be manipulated by non-administrators. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An Incorrect Default Permissions issue was discovered in Schneider Electric Wonderware InduSoft Web Studio v8.0 Patch 3 and prior versions. Upon installation, Wonderware InduSoft Web Studio creates a new directory and two files, which are placed in the system's path and can be manipulated by non-administrators. This could allow an authenticated user to escalate his or her privileges.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.43%

34.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Schneider-Electric	Wonderware Indusoft Web Studio	<= 8.0

References

http://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_Ref=SEVD-2017-090-02Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98544Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-17-138-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_Ref=SEVD-2017-090-02Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98544Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-17-138-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: May 19, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-7968?

How severe is CVE-2017-7968?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-7968 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-7968?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST