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CVE-2023-38640

MEDIUMCVSS 4.4/10EPSS 0.15%

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CVE-2023-38640 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.4/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability has been identified in SICAM PAS/PQS (All versions >= V8.00 < V8.22). The affected application is installed with specific files and folders with insecure permissions. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in SICAM PAS/PQS (All versions >= V8.00 < V8.22). The affected application is installed with specific files and folders with insecure permissions. This could allow an authenticated local attacker to read and modify configuration data in the context of the application process.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
4.4/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N

EPSS Probability
0.15%

4.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
SiemensSicam Pas\/Pqs>= 8.00, < 8.22

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-38640?
A vulnerability has been identified in SICAM PAS/PQS (All versions >= V8.00 < V8.22). The affected application is installed with specific files and folders with insecure permissions. This could allow an authenticated local attacker to read and modify configuration data in the context of the application process.
How severe is CVE-2023-38640?
CVE-2023-38640 has a CVSS score of 4.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-38640?
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