CVE-2011-3496

service.exe in Measuresoft ScadaPro 4.0.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the (1) BF, (2) OF, or…

published September 16, 2011

CVSS
—
EPSS
14%
Percentile
96.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A remote attacker can send a cleverly crafted command through Measuresoft's ScadaPro, effectively turning service.exe into their personal puppet! 🤖 Think of this as a sneaky restaurant where the waiter accepts any weird request without checking if it's safe to prepare — they might end up serving something hazardous! 🥴 If exploited, the attacker could execute arbitrary commands on the server, potentially gaining full control. This could lead to devastating consequences such as data theft, infrastructure sabotage, or even system downtime. It's crucial to address this, even if the exploit isn't widely reported yet!

Put simply

Think of this as a sneaky restaurant where the waiter accepts any weird request without checking if it's safe to prepare — they might end up serving something hazardous! 🥴 This vulnerability allows attackers to inject shell metacharacters into specific commands (BF, OF, EF) within service.exe, leading to unauthorized command execution.

What to do

If exploited, the attacker could execute arbitrary commands on the server, potentially gaining full control. This could lead to devastating consequences such as data theft, infrastructure sabotage, or even system downtime. It's crucial to address this, even if the exploit isn't widely reported yet! To safeguard your systems, ensure that you update Measuresoft ScadaPro to the latest version where this issue is resolved. Additionally, consider implementing command validation to sanitize inputs and minimize risks. You've got this! With a little diligence and prompt action, you can shore up your defenses and keep your systems safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.14375 · 96.6th percentile
Published
2011-09-16T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 SEP 17:00Z
    service.exe in Measuresoft ScadaPro 4.0.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the (1) BF, (2) OF, or…
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