CVE-2023-29445
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.22%
Last modified
CVE-2023-29445 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An uncontrolled search path element vulnerability (DLL hijacking) has been discovered that could allow a locally authenticated adversary to escalate privileges to SYSTEM.. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An uncontrolled search path element vulnerability (DLL hijacking) has been discovered that could allow a locally authenticated adversary to escalate privileges to SYSTEM.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ptc | Kepware Kepserverex | >= 6.0.2107.0, <= 6.14.263.0 |
| Ptc | Thingworx Kepware Server | >= 6.8, <= 6.14.263.0 |
| Ptc | Thingworx Industrial Connectivity | >= 8.0, <= 8.5 |
References
- https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-23-243-03Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.dragos.com/advisory/ptcs-kepserverex-vulnerabilities/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.ptc.com/en/support/article/cs399528Vendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-23-243-03Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.dragos.com/advisory/ptcs-kepserverex-vulnerabilities/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.ptc.com/en/support/article/cs399528Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-29445?
An uncontrolled search path element vulnerability (DLL hijacking) has been discovered that could allow a locally authenticated adversary to escalate privileges to SYSTEM.
How severe is CVE-2023-29445?
CVE-2023-29445 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-29445?
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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