CVE-2017-9661 Other in n/a
Attackers can execute arbitrary code by placing a malicious DLL in the application's search path, affecting SCADA system integrity.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2017-9661?
CVE-2017-9661 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 14 Aug 2017. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
An Uncontrolled Search Path Element issue was discovered in SIMPlight SCADA Software version 4.3.0.27 and prior. The uncontrolled search path element vulnerability has been identified, which may allow an attacker to place a malicious DLL file within the search path resulting in execution of arbitrary code.
Weakness: CWE-427
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-9661?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Simplight Scada.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9661?
No fix has been published for CVE-2017-9661 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2017-9661 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-9661 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-w2xr-v554-cf87.