CVE-2023-1552 ToolboxST Deserialization of Untrusted Configuration Data
An attacker with local access or via social engineering can execute arbitrary code in a ToolboxST user's context by exploiting a deserialization vulnerability in configuration files.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- An administrator
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2023-1552?
CVE-2023-1552 is a low-severity unsafe deserialization vulnerability in GE Gas Power ToolboxST, published on 11 Apr 2023. 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
ToolboxST prior to version 7.10 is affected by a deserialization vulnerability. An attacker with local access to an HMI or who has conducted a social engineering attack on an authorized operator could execute code in a Toolbox user's context through the deserialization of an untrusted configuration file. Two CVSS scores have been provided to capture the differences between the two aforementioned attack vectors.
Customers are advised to update to ToolboxST 7.10 which can be found in ControlST 7.10. If unable to update at this time customers should ensure they are following the guidance laid out in GE Gas Power's Secure Deployment Guide (GEH-6839). Customers should ensure they are not running ToolboxST as an Administrative user.
Weakness: CWE-502
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-1552?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Ge Toolboxst.
How do I fix CVE-2023-1552?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-1552 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and only deserialise data from trusted sources or with an allow-list of types. More about Unsafe deserialization.
Is CVE-2023-1552 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-1552 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in GE Gas Power ToolboxST
Sources
Also known as GHSA-xv45-qm36-h77q.